HVAC-R Technician - San Diego County

Cotti Foods Corporation; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotti Foods Maintenance Inc is seeking an HVAC-R Technician to provide day-to-day maintenance for Wendy's and Taco Bell restaurants in the San Diego area. The role covers equipment, electrical systems, heating, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, and more.

Responsibilities include scheduling, estimating repair time and costs, diagnosing malfunctions, and performing preventative maintenance with safety and efficiency in mind.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in equipment repairs or service industry preferred.
• EPA Type II License and/or EPA Universal Certification preferred.
• Proficient with reading manuals, schematics, and plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop a work schedule to minimize impact on operations.
• Estimate time and cost of repairs and equipment.
• Inspect and diagnose malfunctions in restaurant equipment.
• Prioritize and complete repairs in a timely fashion.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on restaurant equipment, electrical and HVAC systems.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Read wiring diagrams

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EPA Type II License (Preferred)

EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)

Accredited Technical/Vocational School preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Full Time Maintenance Tech LSJ Cotti Foods Maintenance Inc, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, US

Salary Range: $33.00 To $45.00 Hourly

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 Wendy's and Taco Bell restaurants in the San Diego 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.
• 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.