Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician

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. Diagnose and repair commercial kitchen equipment at restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and other commercial facilities .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and repairing commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigeration and HVAC systems, while ensuring adherence to safety practices. Proficient in using diagnostic tools and schematics to perform preventive maintenance and communicate effectively with customers.

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Commercial Kitchen Equipment RepairRefrigeration TroubleshootingHVAC Systems KnowledgeEPA or CFESA CertificationHands-On Mechanical Aptitude

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Hard Skills

Troubleshooting SkillsElectrical DiagnosisMechanical RepairPreventive MaintenanceReading DiagramsService Record CompletionEquipment Maintenance PracticesLifting and Carrying Up to 70 PoundsWorking in Hazardous ConditionsWorking Independently

Soft Skills

Customer CommunicationProblem ExplanationService Team Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Diagnostic ToolsWiring DiagramsSchematics

Certifications & Qualifications

EPA CertificationCFESA Certification

Industry Keywords

Commercial FacilitiesRestaurantsHotelsHospitalsAppliance RepairRefrigeration EquipmentCooking EquipmentWarewashing Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose and repair commercial kitchen equipment at restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and other commercial facilities
Perform preventive maintenance to help customers avoid equipment failures and costly downtime
Use wiring diagrams, schematics, and diagnostic tools to identify electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration issues
Explain problems, required repairs, and equipment-maintenance practices to customers
Manage daily service assignments independently
Complete accurate service records
Communicate with customers and the service team
Participate in an emergency on-call rotation, including nights and weekends
Travel overnight occasionally as assigned
Follow safe work practices around hazardous equipment and conditions

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least one year of technical experience in commercial kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, appliance repair, or a related military technical role
Hands-on troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
Ability to read diagrams and schematics and work independently
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience repairing commercial cooking, refrigeration, or warewashing equipment is especially valuable
Relevant technical training and certifications, including EPA or CFESA, are preferred
Ability to perform frequent kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds
Ability to work around electricity, gas, steam, hot surfaces, moving equipment, pressurized steam, open flames, liquids, and electrical hazards
Ability to work in damp, humid, or freezing conditions
Ability to work on ladders, rooftops, and occasionally elevated or precarious locations
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Top-dollar pay for proven skills and experience
Quarterly bonus opportunities based on efficiency and productivity goals
Company service vehicle, fuel card, computer, and cell phone for business use
On-the-job training and ongoing technical development
Opportunities to earn advanced certifications
Comprehensive benefits program, including a 401(k), pension, and paid time off, with eligibility beginning on your start date
Independence in the field, with support from the service team
Opportunities to advance into senior technician and management roles