Food Services Craftsman II (Day)

PowerSchool; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools seeks a skilled technician to install, maintain, modify and repair food service equipment in school facilities. You will evaluate projects, inspect contractor work, and manage preventative maintenance within a geographic zone.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 5+ years in the trade, and preferred CFC certification. Candidates should read blueprints, operate a service vehicle, and coordinate with multiple teams to ensure safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the trade.
• Preferred: CFC Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, scope of work, estimates material and personnel requirements.
• Inspect work performed by contractors and internal staff; provide recommendations.
• Maintain school facilities in a geographic zone with work orders and preventative maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specs, and drawings to determine job requirements.
• Operate work truck and supervise accompanying personnel.
• Coordinate with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, and administrative staff.

Skills

Trade knowledge

Leadership

Estimating

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CFC Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Perform skilled work in the installation, maintenance, modification and repair of food service equipment in school buildings and facilities.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, scope of work, estimates material, and personnel requirements.
• Inspect work performed by contractors and internal staff; evaluate and make recommendations to supervisor.
• Maintain the maintenance requirements of assigned schools/facilities in a geographic zone through work orders, preventative maintenance requirements, emergency calls, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications and drawings to determine job requirements.
• Operate work truck and supervise accompanying personnel.
• Communicates with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, and administrative staff.
• Communicate and coordinate work with other trades as necessary.
• Collaborate with school personnel regarding job requests and outcomes.
• Operate tools and equipment associated with the trade.
• Maintain accurate work order records and parts inventory.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Evaluate equipment and building systems.
• Procure parts and services with vendors.
• Coordinate warranty repairs.
• Perform related work as required.

DUTIES ASSIGNED TO SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain food service equipment and advise when new equipment is needed.
• Recycle equipment to extend duration of equipment.
• Troubleshoot electric and electronic control circuits.
• Repair or replace switches, electric motors, pumps and/or other defective components in commercial and residential food service equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot kitchen fire suppression and ventilation systems.
• Perform plumbing, (flammable) gas equipment, and steam equipment repairs.
• Install and service various types of kitchen equipment including but not limited to: food processors, ovens, deep fryers, booster heater, heat lamps, garbage disposals, bakery equipment, grinders, grills, slicers, mixers, steamers, dishwashers, ranges, clothes washers and dryers.
• Respond to emergency calls associated with related equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of a trade; knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; ability to use and operate tools and machinery associate with trade; thorough knowledge of hazards and safe precautions associated with the trade; ability to plan, organize and successfully complete multiple, unrelated simultaneous projects; ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions; demonstrate leadership and organizationalskills; ability to estimate material and time required for various jobs; ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, blueprints, etc.; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Proficient in the use of computers and job-related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program required. Minimum five (5) years of experience in the trade.

Preferred: CFC Certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, balancing, kneeling, and crawling Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, fumes, gases, unpleasant odors, extreme vibrations, hazards such as moving vehicles, electric current, moving mechanical parts, etc. and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone],2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: [phone] (voice); [phone] (TDD) or email at: [e-mail].