Preventative Maintenance Technician

Whaley Foodservice; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in commercial kitchen equipment maintenance is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician. The role involves performing maintenance on cooking, refrigeration, and HVAC equipment, ensuring high service standards and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a sign-on bonus for experienced technicians.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Company Vehicle

Cell Phone

Uniforms Provided

401k & Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Medical & Dental Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Proper certifications or licensing as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on kitchen equipment.
• Completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Communicates repair status updates with customers.

Skills

Automotive Troubleshooting

Electrical Diagnosis

Mechanical Issues

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Job Overview:
The Preventative Maintenance Technician performs preventative maintenance of commercial kitchen cooking, refrigeration, and HVAC equipment.

We offer:

• SIGN-ON BONUS FOR EXPERIENCED TECHNICIANS
• Competitive Salary & On-call Pay
• Company Vehicle & Cell Phone
• Uniforms Provided
• Meters & Test Equipment
• Continuing Education
• Industry Certification
• 401k & Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Medical & Dental Benefits
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Life Insurance (company paid)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs preventive maintenance of commercial kitchen cooking, refrigeration, and HVAC equipment.
• Completes required paperwork (e.g., parts order, work order, timesheet) in a timely manner.
• Communicates repair status updates with customers and branch office.
• Uses proper tools for repair, including hand tools and power tools.
• Audits truck stock to ensure required parts are stocked.
• Maintains service vehicle, tools, and uniforms consistent with Heritage standards and safety protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements:

• Ability to accurately diagnose and troubleshoot automotive, electrical, installation, and mechanical issues (experience a plus).
• Ability to work independently.
• Proper certifications or licensing as required by state.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good driving record.

Working/Environmental Conditions:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.; frequently lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.; occasionally move more than 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Repeated bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and climbing ladders.
• Extensive travel to work site locations, including weekends and daily assignments.
• Exposure to hot grease from fryers.
• Occasional to frequent exertion in high-temperature environments (e.g., overheated kitchens, rooftops).

We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Uniforms Provided
• 401k & Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Medical & Dental Benefits
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Life Insurance (company paid)

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