School Kitchen Equipment Technician

FOOD NUTRITION SERVICES; Dickinson (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

FOOD NUTRITION SERVICES in Dickinson, TX is seeking an FNS Appliance Technician to maintain and repair kitchen equipment across schools. The role requires developing preventive maintenance schedules and ensuring equipment safety and reliability.

Primary responsibilities include reporting hazards, assisting with installation, and performing repairs as needed. Applicants should have 3+ years in kitchen equipment repair, a high school diploma or GED, and a Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• State Accredited High School diploma or TEA-certified GED.
• HACCP trained and Serv Safe Managers certification or equal certification.
• Three years of successful experience in kitchen equipment repair or a similar field preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Practice all safety regulations of the trade.
• Take on the primary responsibility for the safe and functional condition of all kitchen equipment.
• Report all safety hazards.
• Work well independently.
• Recommend equipment and parts for purchase.
• Perform preventative maintenance as needed annually.
• Respond to emergencies after regular working hours, on weekends, and holidays.
• Assist Mechanical Distribution Supervisor and FNS Warehouse manager with installation of equipment, repairs, and delivery of products and goods to schools.
• Operate school district vehicle safely and responsibly.
• Maintain school vehicle and all tools in a clean and organized manner.
• Participate in trainings to maintain professional standards requirements and stay updated with repair guidelines.
• Utilize your time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
• Be prompt in reporting to work, attending meetings and appointments.
• Meet job completion deadlines set by your supervisor.
• Work cooperatively with all Food and Nutrition staff to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
• Maintain a professional attitude in all communication (email, written and verbal).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read wiring diagrams

Tools & equipment repair

Communication skills

Problem-solving

District policy knowledge

Professional relationships

Time management

Excel

Word

Education

High School Diploma or TEA GED

HACCP trained

Serv Safe Managers certification

Three years kitchen repair experience

Valid Texas Driver’s license

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

FOOD NUTRITION SERVICES in Dickinson, TX is seeking an FNS Appliance Technician to maintain and repair kitchen equipment across schools. The role requires developing preventive maintenance schedules and ensuring equipment safety and reliability.

Primary responsibilities include reporting hazards, assisting with installation, and performing repairs as needed. Applicants should have 3+ years in kitchen equipment repair, a high school diploma or GED, and a Texas driver’s license.