Food Service Technician

International Leadership of Texas; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas seeks a skilled equipment maintenance technician to ensure safe operation and sanitation of kitchen equipment. You will troubleshoot, repair, install, and service ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, and related gear, following EPA refrigerant rules and safety standards.

The role requires 2+ years in food service or industrial maintenance, ability to lift heavy loads, and strong problem-solving skills. On-site work with frequent travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in food service maintenance, industrial maintenance, or similar mechanical repair roles.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs, climb ladders, and work in tight or high-temperature spaces.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Install and set up commercial equipment (ovens, steamers, walk‑in freezers, dishwashers, coolers).
• Perform preventative maintenance and servicing to extend equipment life.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical/electrical malfunctions with manuals and schematics.
• Replace faulty components like thermostats, heating elements, circuit boards, motors.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations including EPA refrigerant handling.
• Maintain stocked service vehicle with essential tools and parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Heavy lifting

Independent work

Communication

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Refrigeration tools

Hand tools

Job description

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Food Services, ensures the safe operation, sanitation and repair of kitchen equipment and other equipment repairs as needed and directed. Perform preventative maintenance, responsible for troubleshooting and repairing equipment, such as ovens, refrigerators, and dishwashers, or all other equipment as needed or directed. All other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

2+ years or related field Previous experience in food service maintenance, industrial maintenance, or similar mechanical repair roles preferred.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement with limited supervision in successfully performing duties. Knowledge of and understanding how to comply with all local, state, and federal food safety regulations. Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and knowledge of kitchen equipment. Capability to lift heavy equipment (often up to 50–75 lbs), climb ladders, and work in confined or high-temperature spaces. Ability to communicate effectively and understand oral and written communication.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. 1. Installation & Setup: Installing and connecting new commercial equipment like ovens, steamers, walk-in freezers, dishwashers, coolers and walk-in coolers. This often involves connecting gas lines, water pipes, and electrical wiring according to local codes.
2. 2. Preventative Maintenance: Performing routine inspections and servicing (cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting parts) to extend equipment life and prevent costly breakdowns.
3. 3. Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Using technical manuals, schematics, and specialized tools to identify the root cause of mechanical or electrical malfunctions.
4. 4. Corrective Repairs: Replacing faulty components such as thermostats, heating elements, circuit boards, igniters, motors, and heating elements.
5. 5. Safety & Compliance: Ensuring all equipment meets federal and state safety and sanitation regulations. This includes properly managing and recycling refrigerants in compliance with EPA standards.
6. 6. Inventory Control: Maintaining a stocked service vehicle with essential tools and common replacement parts.
7. 7. All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Specialized tools needed for equipment repairs, hand tools, diagnostic tools and refrigeration tools etc. along with charter wide vehicle

Posture:

Work in cramped areas behind or under large appliances, or on ladders and rooftops, frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion:

Constant standing, walking, bending, stooping, and kneeling.

Lifting:

Regular moderate lifting and carrying (50-75 pounds); occasional heavy lifting Environment: Work between high-heat environments (near ovens, boilers, and ranges) and extreme cold (inside walk-in freezers or refrigeration units); frequent charter wide travel

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress