Kitchen Equipment Service Technician

Kitchen Equipment Service Technician

Employment/FLSA Status: Full-time, Regular, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for fixing things? Do you want a career, not just a job—one that offers top-notch training, a company vehicle, and clear paths for advancement? If so, Smart Care is looking for you!

Join our team as aKitchen Equipment Service Technicianand play a vital role in keeping restaurants, hotels, and food service businesses operating smoothly. Whether you're troubleshooting a walk-in fridge, repairing an oven, or helping a customer find the best solution for their kitchen, you’ll make a direct impact on their success.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Earn While You Learn:Start with hands-on training and gain access to our National Training Kitchen to develop advanced skills.
• Career Growth:Opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications (CFESA) and advance into senior technician or management roles.
• Top-Tier Benefits:Comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) with company match, health insurance, paid time off, and more.
• Tools for Success:We provide a company vehicle, fuel card, tablet, and cell phone to help you do your job effectively.
• Work-Life Balance:Flexible hours, on-call support, and the potential for locally-based travel.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, and more.
• Work closely with restaurant and hospitality managers to ensure their kitchen equipment is running efficiently.
• Reach out to manufacturers for support when diagnosing complex issues or identifying parts.
• Provide recommendations on additional services that can benefit customers.
• Maintain detailed service records, work orders, time reports, and truck stock inventory.
• Follow all safety guidelines and keep a clean, organized service vehicle equipped with the necessary tools and parts.

What We’re Looking For

• At least one year of experience in refrigeration, appliance repair, kitchen equipment, HVAC, or relevant military service.
• A high school diploma (or equivalent).
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, work in various environments, and navigate tight spaces or heights.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, including nights and weekends.
• Technical certifications (EPA, CFESA) and experience with commercial kitchen equipment repair are a plus.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.

Why Now?

The thriving food industry depends on reliable service technicians. If you’re looking for astable, rewarding career with a company that invests in your success, this is your opportunity.

About the Company

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected].

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