Commercial Kitchen Appliance and Refrigeration Technician

KC Mechanical; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company car

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KC Mechanical in Vermont is seeking an experienced Commercial Kitchen Appliance / Refrigeration Technician to service local restaurants, schools, and institutions. You’ll diagnose, repair, and maintain hot- and cold-side equipment, performing preventive maintenance and warranty work.

Join a team that values safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork. We offer a competitive salary, a company car, 401(k) with match, health and dental insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience in commercial kitchen appliance repair and/or refrigeration.
• EPA Certification preferred and strong refrigeration troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with mixers, grinders, slicers, and similar equipment is a plus.
• Working knowledge of electrical or plumbing systems.
• Customer-focused mindset with professional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain hot-side and cold-side commercial kitchen equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and warranty work for leading manufacturers.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Communicate clearly with customers and dispatch; document work thoroughly.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure efficient, high-quality service.

Skills

Kitchen repair experience

Customer service

Education

EPA Certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Commercial Kitchen Appliance & Refrigeration Technician — KC Mechanical (Vermont)

Work local. Earn top pay. Join a team that values your trade.

KC Mechanical is Vermont’s leading expert in Commercial Kitchen Appliance and Refrigeration Service. For nearly 30 years, we’ve supported restaurants, schools, universities, hospitals, nursing homes, and country clubs across Chittenden, Lamoille, Washington, Franklin, Orange, and Addison Counties—and we’re still growing.

We’re looking for an experienced Commercial Kitchen Appliance / Refrigeration Technician to join our team and help keep Vermont’s kitchens running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain hot-side and cold-side commercial kitchen equipment (walk-ins, reach-ins, dishwashers, ovens, ranges, steamers, mixers, grinders, slicers, etc.)
• Perform preventive maintenance and warranty work for leading manufacturers
• Troubleshoot refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Communicate clearly with customers and dispatch, document work thoroughly, and represent KC Mechanical professionally
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure efficient, high-quality service

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in commercial kitchen appliance repair and/or refrigeration (More experienced technicians strongly encouraged to apply — compensation reflects experience)
• EPA Certification (preferred) and strong refrigeration troubleshooting ability
• Experience with mixers, grinders, slicers, and similar equipment a plus
• Working knowledge of electrical or plumbing systems
• Customer-focused mindset, professional communication, and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Why Join KC Mechanical

• Competitive pay — commensurate with experience, with opportunity for growth
• Company vehicle, gas card, and tools provided
• Health, dental, and life insurance, plus HRA account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Be part of a locally owned Vermont company that values safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork

If you’re a skilled technician who takes pride in doing things right, KC Mechanical offers a stable, rewarding career close to home.

Apply today and join a team that keeps Vermont’s kitchens running.