Service Technician

Whaley Foodservice; Lexington, East Northport (KY, SC, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading commercial kitchen equipment repair service in the Southeast! This role offers an exciting opportunity to work independently while diagnosing and repairing essential cooking and refrigeration equipment. Enjoy competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans. With extensive travel and hands-on work, you'll be part of a dynamic team committed to excellence. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Uniforms provided

Continuing education

Industry certification

401k & profit sharing

Paid holidays & vacation

Medical & dental benefits

Short-term disability

Qualifications

• One year of experience in commercial cooking, refrigeration, or HVAC.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial cooking equipment.
• Communicate repair status updates with customers.
• Maintain service vehicle and tools.

Skills

Diagnose and troubleshoot commercial cooking equipment

Diagnose and troubleshoot refrigeration

Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC systems

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meters and test equipment

Service vehicle

Job description

Description

***HIRING IMMEDIATELY!!!***

***Sign On Bonus Available for Qualified Service Technicians***

Whaley Foodservice, LLC is one of the largest commercial kitchen equipment repair service companies in the Southeast, comprised of over 600 employees located across 31 geographically dispersed locations.

Pay Rate: $22.00-27.00/hour*

We Offer:

• Sign-on bonus potential for experienced technicians
• Competitive salary & on-call pay
• Company vehicle & cell phone
• Uniforms provided
• Meters & test equipment
• Continuing education
• Industry certification
• 401k & profit sharing
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Medical & dental benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability insurance (company paid)
• Life insurance (company paid)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Properly diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial cooking equipment, refrigeration, or HVAC.
• Communicate repair status updates with customer and branch office.
• Communicate parts order(s) with branch.
• Complete service calls accurately and in a timely manner.
• Audit truck stock to ensure required parts are stocked.
• Maintain service vehicle, tools, and uniforms consistent with Whaley standards and safety first.
• Meet on-call requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and driving record that aligns with our safety standards.
• Completion of a satisfactory background check and drug screen is required.
• One year of applicable experience in at least one skill set: commercial cooking equipment, commercial refrigeration, or commercial HVAC.

Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements:

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to accurately diagnose and troubleshoot automotive, electrical, installation, and mechanical issues; background is a plus.
• Journeyman license and/or CFESA certification are not required but would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and soft skills.
• Good driving record.

Working / Environmental Conditions:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.
• Repeated bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and climbing ladders.
• Extensive daily travel to work sites.
• Exposure to hot grease from fryers.
• On-call weekend rotation (frequency varies by branch).
• Occasional to frequent exertion in high-temperature environments (overheated kitchens, rooftops, etc.).

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www.whaleyfoodservice.com/careers

Whaley Foodservice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.