Commercial Kitchen Service Technician (Hot & Cold)

Tenth Mountain•Des Moines, IA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

A leading provider in the Foodservice Equipment Service & Repair sector supporting restaurants, large-scale kitchens, hotels, and institutional foodservice operators across the United States. We deliver on-site installation, preventive maintenance, and rapid repair of commercial hot and cold kitchen equipment to ensure food-safety compliance and continuous kitchen operations. We are seeking a hands-on, field-based Commercial Kitchen Service Technician (Hot & Cold) to join our regional service team.

Requirements

EPA Section 608 certification for handling refrigerants
Proven ability to service commercial refrigeration and HVACR components
Experience troubleshooting gas-fired appliances and burners
Proficiency with electrical diagnostics using multimeter and related test equipment
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a fully stocked service vehicle
Solid documentation skills and familiarity with mobile service management or work-order systems

Nice To Haves

HVACR or CFC technician certification
OSHA 10 or equivalent safety training
Familiarity with major commercial kitchen brands (e.g., Hobart, Vulcan, True, Traulsen)

Responsibilities

Perform on-site diagnosis, repair, and calibration of commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, ranges, fryers, steamers, refrigeration units, walk-in coolers/freezers, and dishwashers.
Execute preventive maintenance programs and scheduled PMs to reduce downtime and extend equipment life; document findings and work completed in service management system.
Respond to emergency service calls and prioritize repair actions to restore critical kitchen operations quickly and safely.
Install and commission new hot and cold equipment, verify utility connections (gas, electric, refrigeration lines) and ensure code and manufacturer compliance.
Maintain accurate parts inventory in service vehicle, create parts requisitions, and coordinate with parts/logistics for replacements.
Provide clear customer communication on diagnosis, repair options, recommended upgrades, and preventive actions; complete service tickets and closeouts promptly.