Restaurant Maintenance Technician

Colliers; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of health care benefits

Paid time off

401K

Job summary

Colliers is seeking an experienced Restaurant Maintenance Technician for Chick-fil-A restaurants in Vallejo, California. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of kitchen equipment and building systems.

Successful candidates will have robust technical training and experience, along with EPA certification. The position involves 100% travel within a defined local market with a competitive salary range of $80,000–110,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Proven training or experience in sealed refrigeration/HVAC systems.
• Experience servicing kitchen equipment or construction systems.
• Valid state driver's license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair commercial kitchen equipment.
• Respond to operator service requests.
• Maintain an organized service vehicle and tools.

Skills

Technical trade school training

5+ years of related trade experience

EPA Universal Certification

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Relevant hands-on experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Mobile service applications

Job description

Make your next move an expert one.

Position Overview

This role is a Restaurant Maintenance Technician supporting Chick‑fil‑A restaurants exclusively through a best‑in‑class service network. The technician performs preventative and reactive maintenance to ensure kitchen equipment and building systems meet performance standards through diagnostics, repair, and service. The role offers independence in the field with strong technical and operational support, tools, resources, and training.

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; roof access ladders are provided)
• 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

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $80,000‑110,000 per year.
Competitive compensation and benefits include a full range of health care benefits, paid time off, and 401K.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Colliers provides equal employment opportunities to all persons.
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, or otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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Application Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Direct applicants only please; no agencies.