Service Technician Commercial Restaurant Equipment

City Food Equipment Co; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

City Food Equipment is seeking an experienced Commercial Restaurant Equipment Service Technician to join our Chicago-area service team. The role emphasizes strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of commercial kitchen equipment.

Diagnose, repair, and service mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, refrigeration units and related gear on site. Read wiring diagrams, complete service reports, and maintain vehicle inventory while delivering professional, customer-focused service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Commercial Equipment Service Technician.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (single‑phase & three‑phase systems preferred).
• Solid mechanical repair background.
• Experience working on commercial mixers and restaurant equipment.
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve equipment failures.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean MVR; ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial restaurant equipment.
• Service equipment including mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, refrigeration units and related gear.
• Perform electrical diagnostics and repair of motors, switches, wiring, relays, and controls.
• Repair mechanical systems (belts, bearings, gear assemblies, drive components).
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and service manuals; complete detailed service reports.
• Provide professional, customer‑focused service onsite; maintain company vehicle and inventory.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Wiring diagrams

Onsite service

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experienced Commercial Restaurant Equipment Service Technician Wanted

Since 1985, City Food Equipment has been Chicago’s trusted leader in commercial restaurant equipment and supply distribution. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Commercial Restaurant Equipment Service Technician with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills to join our service team.

If you have hands‑on experience repairing commercial mixers, food prep equipment, cooking equipment, and other commercial kitchen machinery, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with an established, locally owned company.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial restaurant equipment
• Service equipment including:
  • Commercial mixers
  • Ovens, fryers, steamers
  • Food prep equipment
  • Refrigeration units
  • Smallware’s equipment with mechanical components
• Perform electrical diagnostics (motors, switches, wiring, relays, controls)
• Repair mechanical systems (belts, bearings, gear assemblies, drive components)
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and service manuals
• Complete detailed service reports
• Provide professional, customer‑focused service onsite
• Maintain company vehicle and service inventory

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Commercial Equipment Service Technician
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (single‑phase & three‑phase systems preferred)
• Solid mechanical repair background
• Experience working on commercial mixers and restaurant equipment
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve equipment failures
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in commercial kitchen environments
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• EPA certification (for refrigeration service work)
• Manufacturer or factory training certifications
• Experience in field service roles
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• $19–$25 per hour (based on experience)
• Overtime opportunities
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Join a company that plays a vital role in keeping commercial kitchens operating efficiently across the region.

City Food Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.