Senior Commercial Kitchen Technician: Hot & Cold Equipment

Smart Care Solutions; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care Solutions is seeking a Commercial Kitchen Service Technician focused on hot- and cold-side equipment to service commercial kitchens.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain ovens, fryers, refrigeration, and related systems, read diagrams, and communicate professionally with customers and dispatch.

EPA 608 certification and a clean driving record are preferred; we value independent problem solvers with strong workmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience with hot- and cold-side commercial kitchen equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and ability to complete routine service calls independently.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits, equipment controls, gas systems, and refrigeration principles.
• Ability to recognize when additional technical support is needed and work through unfamiliar issues.
• EPA 608 certification appropriate to the equipment serviced; Universal preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Reliable follow-through, professional communication, and attention to quality workmanship.
• Manufacturer training and industry certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, service, and repair commercial cooking equipment, including ovens, ranges, fryers, griddles, and steamers.
• Service and repair commercial refrigeration equipment, including walk-in and reach-in coolers and freezers, prep tables, and ice machines.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, gas, and refrigeration issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance to support reliable equipment operation.
• Read wiring diagrams, service manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Verify proper equipment operation following service or repair.
• Document diagnostic findings, repairs, and parts needed.
• Communicate professionally with customers, dispatch, and fellow technicians.
• Follow applicable safety procedures and proper refrigerant-handling practices.

Skills

Hot-side equipment

Cold-side equipment

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Gas systems

Refrigeration principles

Escalation when needed

EPA 608 certification

Driver's license

Professional communication

Industry certifications

Job description

Smart Care Solutions is seeking a Commercial Kitchen Service Technician focused on hot- and cold-side equipment to service commercial kitchens.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain ovens, fryers, refrigeration, and related systems, read diagrams, and communicate professionally with customers and dispatch.

EPA 608 certification and a clean driving record are preferred; we value independent problem solvers with strong workmanship.