HVAC-R Technician—Restaurant Equipment & Maintenance Pro

Cotti Foods Corporation; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotti Foods Corporation is seeking an HVAC-R Technician to maintain and repair equipment across Taco Bell restaurants in the Ventura County area. The role covers electrical, heating, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, and related duties with a focus on minimizing downtime for operations.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in equipment repair, a valid driver’s license, and preferred EPA Type II or Universal certification. Travel and flexible shifts are required to service multiple locations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in equipment repair or appliance repair.
• Experience with kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and HVAC preferred.
• EPA certifications preferred (Type II or Universal).

Responsibilities

• Develop a work schedule to minimize the impact on customer service and restaurant operations.
• Estimate time and cost of repairs.
• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Valid driver’s license

Inventory management

Background check

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Read wiring diagrams

Travel

Flexible shifts

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EPA Type II License (Preferred)

EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)

CFESA certification

Accredited Technical/Vocational School preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Cotti Foods Corporation is seeking an HVAC-R Technician to maintain and repair equipment across Taco Bell restaurants in the Ventura County area. The role covers electrical, heating, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, and related duties with a focus on minimizing downtime for operations.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in equipment repair, a valid driver’s license, and preferred EPA Type II or Universal certification. Travel and flexible shifts are required to service multiple locations.