Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician (EPA required)

TriMark USA, LLC; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Legal Insurance

401k

Community Service Day

Spotlight Awards

National Sales Excellence Awards

CFSP Prep Certification Program

Job summary

TriMark USA, LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician for a full-time in-field role. You will service warewash and cold-side equipment, perform on-site repairs, and install components as needed. EPA certification is required.

Candidates should have strong customer interaction skills and the ability to work independently. The team offers an incentive plan, door-to-door compensation, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities toward senior technician

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical/Trade school preferred; minimum 1 year hands-on refrigeration or service experience.

Responsibilities

• On-site repair and maintenance for standard kitchen equipment and simple ice machines.
• Perform intermediate troubleshooting and testing tasks.
• Survey safety devices and equipment regularly.
• Manage inventory and tools on the service vehicle.
• Independently service customers' foodservice equipment.
• Perform intermediate equipment installations.
• Inspect equipment for safety and perform preventive maintenance.
• Provide detailed service reports via tablet and communicate with senior techs.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Phone etiquette

Presentation skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Technical/Trade school preferred

Job description

Why you’ll love it here!

+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance

+ 401k
+ Community Service Day

+ Spotlight Awards

+ National Sales Excellence Awards

+ CFSP Prep Certification Program

TriMark is GROWING its Service Team!

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician reports to the Service Supervisor
• Located in Washington DC
• Full-Time
• In the Field
• This position will be servicing warewash and cold side equipment
• EPA is required

The Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician is responsible for providing intermediate-level service, repair, and installation of foodservice equipment at customer locations. This role requires strong customer interaction skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently. This position offer an incentive plan, compensation from door to door and a tuition reimbursement program that can be used for certifications that may be needed to grow into a Senior Service Technician position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Equipment Service:
  • Complete on-site repair and maintenance limited to: standard kitchen equipment and simple ice machines (no work performed on specialized equipment) on full on-call rotation
  • Run intermediate troubleshooting and test tasks
  • Survey safety devices and equipment on a regular basis
  • Manage and retain proper equipment, parts inventory, and tools on service vehicle while keeping items in a safe condition for the respective level of service
  • Independently work on customers' foodservice equipment.
  • Perform intermediate-level equipment and accessory installations.
• Repair and Maintenance:
  • Inspect food service equipment for the purpose of ensuring safety
  • Identify necessary repairs and provides ongoing preventative maintenance
• Inventory Management:
  • Manage and maintain proper equipment, parts inventory, and tools on the service vehicle.
  • Maintain and take periodic inventory of parts, materials and components as directed.
• Communication:
  • Provide timely and detailed service reports via assigned tablet.
  • Reach out to Senior Service Techs for troubleshooting or assistance periodically.
  • Use field automation systems (i.e., tablets, cell phones, etc.).
• Customer Interaction:
  • Provide professional service and customer support during service calls and installations.
  • Comprehend customer requirements, build positive relationships, and take appropriate actions.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Operate vehicles in a safe manner.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Documentation:
  • Read and interpret equipment manuals for required maintenance and service.
  • Maintain and take periodic inventory of parts, materials, and components as directed.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Inform management regarding intermediate procedures and/or status of work orders.
  • Help in other jobs as needed.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced communication skills with the ability to converse with customers and all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently and multitask effectively.
• Excellent phone etiquette, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Confident presentation skills to convey information to groups of customers when needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair, and service foodservice equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1 – 2 years of experience in commercial installation and/or service and repair of foodservice equipment and kitchen/restaurant equipment, or equivalent military or practical experience.
• Successful completion of an accredited Technical/Trade school preferred, with a minimum of one-year hands-on experience in commercial refrigeration.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• EPA certifications of Level 1 & 2 minimum; universal preferred.
• Capability to work flexible shifts and to adapt to changing work schedules.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Bend or twist body.
• Use hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools. or controls.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Keep or regain their balance.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.