Entry-Level Field Service Technician - Kitchen Equipment

Hobart Food Equipment and Service; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hobart Service in the United States is seeking an entry-level Service/Repair Technician to provide on-site support for commercial food equipment. You will install, diagnose, and repair equipment under supervision, with a schedule that may include on-call, after-hours, holidays, and weekends.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 0–2 years mechanical/electrical experience, and a willingness to learn. Associates degree or vocational certificate preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years electrical/mechanical experience.
• Associates degree or vocational certificate preferred.
• Mechanical or electrical experience preferred.
• Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial cooking and/or refrigeration equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs basic mechanical commercial food equipment and assists in more advanced installs as needed.
• Maintain, diagnose, and repair basic mechanical commercial food equipment for customers on contract and/or on time and material (i.e., T&M).
• Completes and documents preventative maintenance on basic mechanical commercial food equipment.
• Implements and supports standard operating procedures outlined in Hobart Service safety manuals and programs.
• Supports branch and organization financial objectives by providing a quality customer experience.
• Maintains current organization, industry, and equipment knowledge.
• Responsible for assigned company assets including vehicle, tools, and inventory.
• Follows the company's safe driving and other applicable policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Problem solving

Safety at work

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates Degree or Vocational Certificate preferred

Job description

Hobart Service in the United States is seeking an entry-level Service/Repair Technician to provide on-site support for commercial food equipment. You will install, diagnose, and repair equipment under supervision, with a schedule that may include on-call, after-hours, holidays, and weekends.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 0–2 years mechanical/electrical experience, and a willingness to learn. Associates degree or vocational certificate preferred.