Nutrition Services | Senior Food Service Equipment Technician

Fort-Wayne-Community-Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Senior Food Service Equipment Technician to manage maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems at the Nutrition Process Center in Fort Wayne, IN. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance and reliability, supporting food-service equipment and cook-chill systems.

The position requires a high school diploma with a formal apprenticeship and significant lead experience; strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma with approved apprenticeship and 5+ years lead experience.
• Strong analytical, computer, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance methods, terminology, materials, and equipment.
• Must be legally able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance and CMMS.
• EPA Section 608 refrigeration certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects and communications to meet Nutrition Services needs and ensure smooth activities.
• Oversee general maintenance and repairs; ensure proper installation, repair, and replacement of parts.
• Receive, prioritize, and coordinate work orders; develop proactive maintenance schedules.
• Inspect buildings, facilities and equipment to identify maintenance needs and plan projects.
• Troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems and ensure proper operation.
• Assist in planning and implementing construction and renovation projects.
• Maintain energy management data and CMMS records; monitor uptime and reliability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma + apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS

Asset-tracking software

Job description

Nutrition Services | Senior Food Service Equipment Technician

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901896
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PURPOSE

Organize and direct operations and activities involved in the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration and food service systems, equipment and devices at the Nutrition Process Center. Coordinate projects, communications and energy management functions to meet the Nutrition Services needs and ensure smooth and efficient activities. Maximize equipment uptime and reliability through a structured preventive and predictive maintenance program managed in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); support the safe and reliable operation of automated production equipment and cook-chill/blast-chill systems, including monitoring of food-safety-critical equipment performance; and plan for equipment lifecycle, replacement, and capital improvement needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an approved apprenticeship program and five years increasingly responsible experience in a lead capacity.
• Must have strong analytical, computer, organizational, and oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess knowledge of methods, terminology, procedures, materials, requirements, processes and equipment applicable to assigned field.
• Must be legally able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Experience developing and managing a preventive and predictive maintenance program, including use of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or comparable work-order and asset-tracking software.
• Preferred: EPA Section 608 refrigeration certification and experience maintaining commercial or industrial food-production equipment, refrigeration systems, and automated or cook-chill production lines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate projects and communications to meet Nutrition Services needs and assure smooth and efficient activities; assure proper and timely completion of projects and resolution of maintenance issues.
• Oversee and coordinate a variety of general maintenance and repairs at Nutrition Services; assure proper installation, repair, adjustment and replacement of various parts, components and fixtures.
• Receive, prioritize and coordinate response to work orders for food service tech; develop, implement and schedule preventive maintenance functions; coordinate response to emergency situations involving HVAC & R systems, and other after-hours emergency repairs.
• Oversee and participate in the inspection of Nutrition Services buildings, facilities, equipment and utilities to determine maintenance needs; plan and schedule maintenance and repair projects; inspect completed projects for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established work orders and specifications.
• Organize, direct and participate in the troubleshooting and repair of HVAC & R systems and equipment; diagnose malfunctions and determine repair needs; assure proper functioning and operation of standard HVAC & R systems and hydronic heating, low pressure steam and geothermal heat pump systems.
• Oversee and participate in the installation, adjustment, replacement and repair of various equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, stoves, thermostats, fans, motors, gaskets, filters, belts, relays, controls, gauges, tubing pumps, compressors, pipes and kitchen appliance, wrappers & conveyors.
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of construction and renovation projects.
• Coordinate the maintenance of Nutrition Services; identify and report maintenance and repair needs and related work orders and fire, safety and sanitary hazards to appropriate personnel; arrange for major repairs as needed.
• Operate and maintain specialized equipment including testers, meter, welding equipment and a variety of hand and power tools; drive a vehicle to conduct work.
• Monitor, maintain, operate and assure proper functioning of Nutrition Process Center alarm systems, devices and equipment; assure proper safety and security of Nutrition Process Center buildings; coordinate response to critical building alarms on a 24 hour/7 day schedule.
• Coordinate and conduct training activities concerning maintenance and related safety practices, procedures and techniques.
• Utilize standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software; update and maintain energy management data using assigned computer system programs.
• Prepare, distribute and respond to a variety of correspondence; prepare and maintain various records and reports related to inspections, energy management, maintenance, repairs, daily activities, personnel and assigned activities.
• Crawl and work in tight areas including tunnels and perform work from ladders and scaffolding as needed.
• Develop, manage, and continuously improve a preventive and predictive maintenance program using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); maintain asset records, equipment history, and warranty data, and track reliability metrics such as equipment uptime, mean time between failures, and preventive-maintenance compliance.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of automated production equipment and cook-chill/blast-chill systems; monitor critical temperatures and food-safety-related equipment performance and respond to deviations to protect product safety and continuity of production.
• Partner in capital planning and equipment lifecycle management; recommend equipment replacement, upgrades, and process improvements based on reliability data, total cost of ownership, and the operational needs of a centralized food-production and distribution facility.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Administrator to meet the particular needs of the building or unit.
• Supports the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community-connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E’s - (Enrollment, Employment, Enlistment, or Entrepreneurship.)
• Positively promotes and embodies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation, Critical and Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Cultural Agility, and Self-Direction
• Perform related duties, as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely, employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills:Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity:Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance:Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility:Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity:Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility:Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina:Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to twenty (25) pounds or more.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $71,897 to $97,484 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required