Child Nutrition Kitchen Repair Preventive Maintenance

Amarillo Independent School District; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo Independent School District is seeking a Kitchen Repair Preventive Maintenance technician to maintain and repair commercial kitchen equipment in school facilities. The role requires reading instructions, basic computer tasks, and effective time management while ensuring safety and compliance.

The position is full-time, on-site at the Amarillo ISD Education Support Center in Amarillo, Texas, with responsibilities including preventive maintenance, part orders, and safe operation of tools

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• EPA Universal Tech Certification preferred.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Check daily assignments via contact with food service technician, emails, and work orders at start of day.
• Prioritize daily tasks to complete the most important projects first.
• Order and pick up repair parts as needed; follow up on outstanding parts.

Skills

Reading/Following instructions

Basic computer tasks

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EPA Universal Tech Certification

Texas Driver’s license

Tools

Job description

Child Nutrition Kitchen Repair Preventive Maintenance

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This job is also posted in Amarillo Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5976490
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under minimum supervision, maintains commercial kitchen equipment in school kitchens.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or GED

EPA Universal Tech Certification -preferred

Certification / License:

Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Follow oral and written instructions and to work cooperatively with others

Ability to read a variety of correspondence, lists, forms, work orders, etc.

Perform basic computer tasks

Demonstrate general knowledge associated with ability to operate tools in a safe and efficient manner

Organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position

Manage time effectively

Be able and willing to learn and use online work order system and/or email.

Work Conditions
Equipment/Tools Used: Saws, drills, hammers, screwdrivers, chisels, pliers, scrapers, knives, etc.
Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching
Lifting: Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, high level of noise, vibration, and work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel
Regular attendance is an essential function

Two years experience repairing commercial kitchen equipment or similar experience or acceptable alternative.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Check with food service technician, e-mail, preventative maintenance schedule, and work order system for any recent assignments or duty assignments changes at the beginning of every work day.
• Prioritize daily work by order of importance to ensure the most important projects are completed as early as possible that day.
• Order and pick up repair parts as needed.
• Follow up as needed on outstanding parts on order and complete any tasks from the day before or which were left unfinished.
• Perform preventative maintenance including, but not limited to, blowing out compressors, changing filters, and cleaning/deliming ice machines and dish machines.
• Diagnose problems including multiple brands of dish machines, ice machines, ovens, ranges, freezers and refrigerators including walk-in type, milk boxes, and beverage coolers.
• Recover or charge Freon out of or into refrigeration units following environmental guidelines and good refrigeration practices.
• Work with potential hazards including, but not limited to, hot grease, natural gas, corrosive compressor gasses and oils, electricity in voltages from 12VDC to 360 VAC, and cleaning chemicals.
• Use all types of repair equipment including a vacuum pump, recovery system, refrigerant gauges, multi meter, analog meter, and others that may be required.
• Responsible for school-provided repair equipment and vehicle.
• Follow safety standards when using all equipment including your own hand tools.
• Perform quality work with a professional and courteous manner around all staff and students, trying to disturb daily kitchen routines as little as possible.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.61 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Martin Diaz , Resident District Mgr, Child Nutrition
• EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]