Assistant Food Service Mechanic

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Los Angeles seeks a maintenance technician for its Housing & Hospitality Services. This individual will assist in repairing and maintaining food service equipment, ensuring operations run smoothly. Strong skills in plumbing, electrical systems, and mechanical components are essential for this role. The position offers opportunities for growth within a vibrant team focused on service excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years demonstrated food service equipment repair experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance and repair of commercial food service equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on kitchen equipment.
• Maintain logs and records according to regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic math skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to read and understand technical diagrams

Ability to lift heavy materials

Ability to stand and perform physical tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

California Driver’s License Current

Universal 608 License Current

Job description

Department Summary

At UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services (H&HS), you become part of UCLA's tradition of excellence by providing quality housing, dining, and hospitality services to student-residents, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. We believe there's more to a job than simply being employed. In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and retirement plans, H&HS team members enjoy significant opportunities for professional and personal growth in a supportive work environment. No matter what your role, you will join more than 2,600+ H&HS team members who understand that our motto Hospitality First! means that a warm, gracious attitude makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Department Manager and the Supervisor/Lead, incumbent assists Food Service Mechanics with the diagnosis, repair, and maintain plumbing, electrical, and mechanical components of commercial food service equipment at properties managed by UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services. Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks associated with repairing, and maintaining commercial food service equipment components and controls for water, waste, grease waste, gas, electric, steam and exhaust distribution or removal systems and components associated with kitchen/dining areas as a whole and not requiring a licensed technician. Perform non-skilled work that involves oiling, cleaning, adjusting motors, gear box, chains on tray and dish conveyor, and similar equipment, transporting of salt bags for our water softeners. Assist in the performance of work related to the disassembly and inspection of parts, replacement of defective or worn parts, reassembly of equipment, instruments, and/or controls, and testing of equipment to insure that it is functioning properly. Assists with all required preventive maintenance associated with the kitchen equipment and systems which includes helping in changing of various air and water filters. Maintain all logs and records as required by regulation or department policies and procedures.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

3-4 years demonstrated food service equipment repair experience (Required) And

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English to a level sufficient to carry out job duties. (Required)

Basic knowledge of the theory and operation, repair and maintenance of major types of commercial refrigeration equipment, commercial foodservice equipment (i.e. dishwashers, ice machines ovens, fryers, garbage disposals, etc.) and of the materials, equipment and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of such equipment and utilizing a variety of test equipment and instruments. (Required)

Basic knowledge of plumbing maintenance and repair procedures including pipe and fixture repair and replacement. (Required)

Basic knowledge of low voltage 120/208/480 volt electrical systems, components and automatic controls. (Required)

Working knowledge of mechanical components including motors, gears, bearings and fans. (Required)

Ability to read and understand plumbing, mechanical and electrical plans, diagrams, drawings and schematics. Perform semi-skilled plumbing, electrical, mechanical and carpentry repairs. Working knowledge of multi-meters, compound gauges and other test and measurement equipment. Knowledge of regulations, building codes, safety codes and safe-working practices related to the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of commercial food service equipment and commercial refrigeration systems. (Required)

Possess a universal certificate from EPA for handling and purchasing CFS's and HFC's. (Required)

Skill in operating all hand and power tools associated with food service maintenance and repair work. (Required)

Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. The ability to understand fractions, decimals and percentages. The ability to compute basic formulas such as Ohm's law and area calculations. Some operational knowledge of personal computers and some experience with basic computer software including Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel. (Required)

Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision. Skill in prioritizing assignments and adjusting those priorities when there are changes in workload and/or competing deadlines. Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with staff, management and residents (Required)

Ability to stand, climb, stoop, push, pull and crouch for extended periods of times, as required to complete job assignments. Ability to lift tools & materials weighing up to 50 pounds from floor to waist high and rotate upper torso. Ability to lift materials and parts, up to 50 pounds, from shoulder to above head while standing on ladder. Ability to distinguish between different colors. (Required)

Must be able to work various shifts including nights and weekends on a regular basis. Must be available to work overtime, as needed, including nights and weekends. Ability to drive car, pick-up truck, van or electric cart. Ability to work under adverse conditions such as humid weather and in fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures, and dirty and noisy conditions. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent (Preferred) And

California Driver’s License Current (Required) And

Universal 608 License Current (Required) And

HVACR or Refrigeration Specialist Certification Current (Preferred) And

CFESA Trained (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Back-lifting Exam (Required)

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Union/Policy Covered

K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA
Complete Position Description

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