Restaurant Maintenance Technician

colliers; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Restaurant Maintenance Technician to provide preventative and reactive maintenance for Chick-fil-A restaurants within a defined local market. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial kitchen equipment, refrigeration and base building HVAC, with 100% local travel and on-site work.

You should have 5+ years of hands-on trade experience, EPA Universal Certification, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Technical trade school training and/or relevant hands-on experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of related trade experience or equivalent.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Valid state driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Safe driving record (MVR required).
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read diagrams and schematics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and mobile service applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Positive, service-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, install, and remove commercial kitchen equipment.
• Service commercial cooking equipment, refrigeration systems, HVAC, and base building systems.
• Respond to Operator service requests within established service level agreements.
• Communicate with manufacturers for diagnosis support and parts identification.
• Install ordered parts accurately and professionally.
• Complete accurate documentation including work orders, time reporting, receipts, and inventory.
• Maintain an organized service vehicle, tools, and parts inventory.
• Support on-call emergency response during non-standard hours.
• Follow safe work practices and accident prevention procedures.
• Engage with equipment partners, suppliers, and vendors supporting the service network.
• Maintain productivity levels in accordance with company standards.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Process controls

Sealed refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Microsoft Word & Excel

Mobile service apps

EPA Universal Certification

Valid driver’s license

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Self-starter

Education

Technical trade school training

Tools

Henny Penny

Follett

Lennox HVAC

Traulsen

Hobart

Champion

Garland

EPA tools

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

Make Your Next Move an Expert One.

At Colliers, it's not just what we achieve - it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership, and always do what's right for our clients, people, and communities.

This is a unique opportunity to support Chick-fil-A restaurants exclusively through a best-in-class service network. You'll enjoy independence in the field, backed by strong technical and operational support - giving you the tools, resources, and training to succeed.

If you're a skilled technician who takes pride in solving problems and keeping critical systems running, this role is for you.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Make Your Next Move an Expert One.

At Colliers, it's not just what we achieve - it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership, and always do what's right for our clients, people, and communities.

This is a unique opportunity to support Chick-fil-A restaurants exclusively through a best-in-class service network. You'll enjoy independence in the field, backed by strong technical and operational support - giving you the tools, resources, and training to succeed.

If you're a skilled technician who takes pride in solving problems and keeping critical systems running, this role is for you.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Restaurant Maintenance Technician provides both preventative and reactive maintenance support across a defined local market. This role ensures restaurant kitchen equipment and related building systems meet all performance standards through timely diagnostics, repair, and preventative service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, install, and remove commercial kitchen equipment
• Service commercial cooking equipment, refrigeration systems (including sealed systems), specialty foodservice equipment, and base building HVAC systems
• Respond to Operator service requests within established service level agreements
• Service equipment including (but not limited to): Henny Penny, Follett, Lennox (HVAC), Traulsen, Hobart mixers, Champion dishwashers, Garland Grill
• Communicate with manufacturers for diagnosis support and parts identification
• Consult with the Chick-fil-A Technical Assistance Team while onsite
• Install ordered parts accurately and professionally
• Complete accurate and timely documentation including work orders, time reporting, receipts, and truck stock inventory
• Maintain an organized service vehicle, tools, and parts inventory
• Support on-call emergency response during non-standard hours
• Follow safe work practices and accident prevention procedures
• Participate in continuous OEM training and certification programs
• Engage with equipment partners, suppliers, and vendors supporting the service network
• Maintain productivity levels in accordance with company standards

SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Technical trade school training and/or relevant hands-on experience
• Minimum 5+ years of related trade experience or equivalent
• Proven training or experience in one or more of the following:
• Sealed refrigeration/HVAC systems
• Electrical systems
• Mechanical systems
• Process controls
• Hot Side Cooking Equipment and/or Mechanical power transmission
• Experience servicing kitchen equipment, facilities, or construction systems
• EPA Universal Certification
• Valid state driver's license and proof of insurance
• Safe driving record (MVR required)
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read diagrams and schematics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and mobile service applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Positive, service-oriented attitude

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• 100% travel within a defined local market
• Limited overnight travel mostly for onboarding and training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work extended periods during emergency or priority situations (including overtime)
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Climb ladders and stairs up to two stories (with ladder safety training) (Note: Roof access ladders are provided, van loading/unloading of a large ladder is non typical)
• Frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
• Extended periods of standing and walking on even and uneven surfaces
• Frequent use of arms, wrists, and hands to operate tools and machinery
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

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