Commercial Kitchen Mechanic - Engineering

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, FL is hiring an experienced commercial kitchen mechanic responsible for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial food service equipment. You will service cooking, refrigeration, and dishwashing gear, diagnose mechanical, electrical, and gas issues, perform preventive maintenance, and help minimize downtime while upholding safety and quality.

The role requires ability to read blueprints and work in fast-paced environments; strong

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent is required.
• Trade or Tech School completion is preferred.
• Class E Florida Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial kitchen equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and gas-related issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Minimize equipment downtime and ensure safety, quality workmanship and code compliance.
• Maintain records of repairs and manage spare parts inventory.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and ensure minimal operational downtime.

Education

High School or Equivalent

Trade or Tech School Completion Certificate

Class E Florida Driver's License

Job description

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you're starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00

Shift: Weekdays with Occasional Weekends

Location: 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL

Pay Rate: Min $19.76 Mid $24.70

Position Summary

Experienced commercial kitchen mechanic responsible for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial food service equipment. Skilled in servicing cooking, refrigeration, and dishwashing equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and code-compliant operation. Adept at diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and gas-related issues, performing preventive maintenance , and minimizing equipment downtime in fast-paced commercial kitchen environments. Committed to safety, quality workmanship, and excellent customer service

Position Responsibilities

People At The Heart Of All We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.
• Diagnose, repair, and test commercial kitchen equipment
• Perform routine inspections to prevent equipment failure and extend lifespans
• Install new electrical and gas-powered kitchen equipment according to manufacturer specifications and local codes
• Comply with gas , electrical, plumbing, fire, and health codes.
• Fix issues related to plumbing, electrical components, motors, thermostats, and gas lines.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas during and after service
• Maintain records of repairs and manage spare parts inventory
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, provide timelines, and ensure minimal operational downtime
• Strong understanding of refrigeration, electricity, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to work in confined spaces, lift heavy equipment, and work in high-temperature environments
• Ability to read blue prints and schematics

Qualifications & Experience

• High School or Equivalent
• Preferred: Trade or Tech School Completion Certificate
• Class E Florida Driver's License

Nonessential:

Other information:

Experience Essential:

• Minimum 4 years experience in troubleshooting.
• Experience with commercial kitchen repair and maintenance.