Kitchen Equipment Technician

Coweta County Schools; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Schools in Newnan, Georgia is seeking a Kitchen Equipment Technician to maintain and repair school kitchen appliances, including ovens, refrigeration, dishwashers, ice makers, and more. The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and requires ensuring safe, efficient operation of equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to troubleshoot electrical and refrigeration systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in school kitchen equipment maintenance preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and electrical systems.
• Willingness to work with other trades and teams.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain school food service kitchen equipment (ovens, refrigeration, dishwashers, ice makers, slicers, mixers, serving lines).
• Determine the type and amount of refrigerant and charge compressors.
• Change and service contactors, capacitors, and other components as required.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and operate electrically driven equipment.
• Purchase necessary parts for repair.
• Maintain tools and equipment in serviceable condition.
• Hold a valid Georgia driver’s permit and county vehicle responsibilities.
• Maintain an inventory by location of kitchen equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or Directors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Safety knowledge

Coordination with trades

Education

High school diploma

Tools

HVAC tools

Refrigeration equipment

Maintenance tools

Job description

Kitchen Equipment Technician

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Job Details

Job ID: 5983921
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

TITLE: KITCHEN MAINTENANCE/REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 12-month - Hourly/Starting at $22.08 an hour

RESPONSIBLE TO: Maintenance Supervisor

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To maintain, repair, and ensure the safe, efficient, and long-lasting operation of appliances.

EXPERIENCE: Evaluated on an individual basis.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and maintain all school food service kitchen equipment to include, but not limited to, ovens, refrigeration, dishwashers, ice makers, slicers, mixers, and serving lines.
• Determine the type and amount of refrigerant and charge compressors.
• Change and service contactors, capacitors, and other components as required.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and operate all electrically driven equipment.
• Purchase necessary parts for repair.
• Maintain in a serviceable condition all tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Hold a valid Georgia driver's permit and maintain in a good, clean, serviceable condition a county-owned vehicle.
• Maintain an inventory by location of all school food service kitchen equipment.
• Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Directors.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of procedures, practices, tools, and equipment required to complete the job proficiently.
• Skill in troubleshooting malfunctions of kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to plan, work, and coordinate with other trades.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, and stairs.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, OR TRAINING:

• High school diploma, GED, vocational school, or any equivalent combination of training and experience desired.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Evaluated on an individual basis.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

• Vera Harris
• 167 Werz Industrial Drive
• Newnan, Georgia 30263
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]