School Kitchen Equipment Technician II

Virginia Beach Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking a skilled technician to install, maintain, modify and repair school food service equipment across facilities in the district. You will read blueprints, coordinate with staff and vendors, and ensure safe, reliable operation.

A valid driver's license and strong technical aptitude are required. Preferred is a CFC certification; the district offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of common trade practices, tools and safety precautions.
• Ability to plan, organize and complete multiple projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food service equipment and advise when new equipment is needed.
• Troubleshoot electric and electronic control circuits.
• Repair or replace switches, motors, pumps and other components in food service equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot kitchen fire suppression and ventilation systems.
• Perform plumbing, gas equipment and steam equipment repairs.
• Install and service various kitchen equipment including processors, ovens, fryers, heaters, disposals, bakers, grinders, grills, slicers, mixers, steamers, dishwashers, ranges.
• Respond to emergency calls related to equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical knowledge

Safety procedures

Project planning

Leadership

Communication

Computers

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or vocational program

CFC Certification

Job description

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking a skilled technician to install, maintain, modify and repair school food service equipment across facilities in the district. You will read blueprints, coordinate with staff and vendors, and ensure safe, reliable operation.

A valid driver's license and strong technical aptitude are required. Preferred is a CFC certification; the district offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.