Refrigeration Mechanic J

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools seeks a Refrigeration Mechanic to provide maintenance and repair on commercial kitchen equipment. The successful candidate will have at least four years of refrigeration experience, a relevant educational background, and strong troubleshooting skills. This full-time role offers a base hourly rate of $28.60, performance pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Vacation

Sick leave

Matched retirement

Health and life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum four years refrigeration experience in medium and low temperature.
• Ability to obtain an Arizona driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, steam, and electric trades.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on medium and low temp equipment.
• Interface with kitchen personnel and immediate supervisors regarding equipment status.
• Maintain timely processing of work orders and related paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

High School education or equivalent

Certificate of successful completion of an EPA approved course in ‘Proper Refrigerant Usage’ Type I and Type II

Job description

Refrigeration Mechanic J - Cafeteria

Maintenance – 555 S Lewis

Written Test Required at Time of Interview

Mesa Public Schoolsis an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona.Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.

Base Rate:

$28.60

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New hire experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum

New hire education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Class/Calendar:

C41, 12 months

Hours:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

FSLA:

Non-Exempt

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, matched retirement, health and life insurance

OVERVIEW:

To provide maintenance and repair on all types of medium and low temp equipment including all commercial kitchen equipment in a competent and timely manner to ensure successful operation of equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School education or equivalent
• Valid, or ability to obtain, Arizona driver’s license
• Minimum four years refrigeration experience in medium and low temp; minimum two years mechanical training and trade related schooling
• Certificate of successful completion of an EPA approved course in ‘Proper Refrigerant Usage’ Type I and Type II
• Knowledge of health and safety code requirements
• Working knowledge of blueprints, diagrams and schematics
• Working knowledge of numerous medium and low temp refrigerants as per industry standard
• Working knowledge of plumbing, steam and electric trades and trade related tools, materials and application
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc)
• Ability to lift and/or to move 100 pounds; to work from ladders and lifts up to 40 feet
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work overtime and to change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends, night shift, swing shift, holidays)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working from a written work order, perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on all types of medium and low temp equipment including commercial kitchen equipment
• Interface with kitchen personnel to keep them properly informed of equipment status
• Interface with immediate supervisor (s) to keep them apprised of work order status
• Process work orders and paperwork appropriately and in a timely manner
• Regular and on-time attendance required

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Keep service vehicle clean, orderly and stocked with parts and supplies
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

SUPERVISION

Cafeteria Lead Technician

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Transportation. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION:The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin,religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.