HVAC-R Technician - San Diego County

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

Job summary

Cotti Foods Corporation seeks an HVAC-R Technician to maintain equipment across Wendy's and Taco Bell locations in the San Diego area. You will service electrical systems, heating, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, and other duties as assigned, ensuring minimal disruption to restaurant operations.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, ability to read schematics, and flexibility to respond to emergency repair calls. Valid driver's license and travel are required, with EPA certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 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

Driver's license

Mechanical and electrical skills

Read wiring diagrams

Read manuals/schematics

Travel flexibility

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited Technical/Vocational School

EPA Type II License (Preferred)

EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)

CFESA certification (Preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Summary

• 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.

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 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.
• 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.