Lead Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins seeks a Lead Commercial Dining Equipment Technician to serve as the primary technical resource and working lead for maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance of commercial food preparation equipment. You will coordinate daily assignments, guide staff, and collaborate with Dining management to minimize downtime.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, experience with high- and low-voltage systems, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in commercial dining equipment maintenance or equivalent work.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex commercial kitchen equipment and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians by coordinating daily assignments and service priorities.
• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on ovens, combi ovens, fryers, steamers, kettles and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical/electromechanical failures using schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Coordinate parts, inventory, and contractor visits with dining managers and facilities leadership.
• Provide training and guidance to staff; promote safe work practices and repair quality.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic software

Test equipment

Job description

Colorado State University in Fort Collins seeks a Lead Commercial Dining Equipment Technician to serve as the primary technical resource and working lead for maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance of commercial food preparation equipment. You will coordinate daily assignments, guide staff, and collaborate with Dining management to minimize downtime.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, experience with high- and low-voltage systems, and the ability to manage