HVAC-R Technician - Los Angeles

Cotti Foods Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotti Foods Corporation is seeking an HVAC-R Technician to perform day-to-day maintenance of restaurant equipment across Wendy's and Taco Bell locations in the Los Angeles area.

The role involves diagnosing malfunctions, scheduling repairs, and conducting preventative maintenance on HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and related systems while supporting safe, reliable restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in equipment repairs or service industry experience (appliance repair, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC preferred).
• EPA Type II license preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Accredited Technical/Vocational School preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Relevant technical training, licenses and/or certifications (e.g., EPA, CFESA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a work schedule to minimize the impact on customer service and restaurant operations.
• Estimate time and cost of repairs and equipment.
• Inspect and diagnose standard malfunctions in restaurant equipment.
• Prioritize and complete needed equipment repairs in a timely fashion.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance and replacement on equipment (fryers, grills, walk-in freezers/coolers, ice machines, ovens), electrical systems, heating systems, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, painting.
• Respond to emergency service calls for repair.
• Work to implement preventative maintenance procedures as defined by company representatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Read wiring diagrams

Read manuals

Independent worker

Travel required

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited Technical/Vocational School

EPA Type II License (Preferred)

EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)

Proficient with MS Office

CFESA certification (Preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Cotti Foods began in 1967 with the purchase of one Taco Bell restaurant in Southern California. Since then, Cotti Foods has grown with the addition of Wendy's in 2014. The company currently operates over 200 restaurants across 6 states.

Summary

Job Summary

The HVAC-R Technician provides day-to-day maintenance of equipment, electrical systems, heating systems, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, painting, and other duties as assigned for our Wendy's and Taco Bell restaurants in the Los Angeles area.

Duties/Responsibilities - Including, but not limited to:

• Develop a work schedule to minimize the impact on customer service and restaurant operations.
• Estimate time and cost of repairs and equipment.
• Inspect and correctly diagnose standard malfunctions in restaurant equipment.
• Prioritize and complete needed equipment repairs as they occur in a timely fashion.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance and replacement functions on a wide range of restaurant equipment (fryers, grills, walk-in freezers/coolers, ice machines, ovens, etc.), electrical systems, heating systems, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, painting.
• Respond to emergency service calls for repair.
• Work to implement preventative maintenance procedures as defined by company representatives.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Operate and manage inventory in the company vehicle safely.
• Pass a background check and motor vehicle review.
• Possess mechanical and electrical skills, be able to read wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, plans, and specifications related to duties.
• Travel required.
• Work flexible shifts based on calls in the area and adapt to changing work schedules.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience:

• 2 years of experience in equipment repairs, service industry experience appliance repair, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC preferred.
• EPA Type II License (Preferred)
• EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Accredited Technical/Vocational School preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Relevant technical training, licenses, and/or certifications (e.g., EPA, CFESA) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 75-100 pounds, requires standing, walking, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling and routine lifting/carrying.
• Climb ladders and working at various heights.
• Repetitive hand movements when constantly using tools. May use goggles and gloves occasionally when around or moving hot equipment.