Hot Side Technician

FIRSTCALL MECHANICAL GROUP LLCChesapeake, VA
Onsite

About The Position

FirstCall Mechanical is a leading provider of commercial and industrial HVAC, building controls, electrical, and plumbing services. We serve a wide array of facility and customer types, including distribution centers, industrial plants, universities, airports, healthcare facilities, self-storage units, and more. With approximately 700 employees across multiple states, FirstCall is committed to building durable partnerships and is actively expanding its operations nationwide. We believe in employee growth and development, striving to be the first call for talented team members who want a career, not just a job. We are currently seeking an experienced Hot Side Technician to join our fast-growing team. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and an active EPA Certification.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in a commercial HVAC setting
  • 2+ years of working on industrial / commercial kitchen equipment
  • Strong knowledge of gas, electric, and steam-operated cooking equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
  • Valid Driver License with acceptable driving record
  • Active EPA Certification
  • Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Ability to write correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with the customer by checking in and out with them on jobs.
  • Able to explain the problems and resolution in a manner that the customer can understand.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimal numbers.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Mental stamina for problem-solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.
  • Regularly required to use their hands.
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
  • Continually required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

  • OSHA 10 certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial hot side kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, steamers, grills, warmers, kettles, and other cooking appliances
  • Perform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
  • Conduct safety inspections and verify compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable codes

Benefits

  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage - Medical, Dental, Vision, + More (Includes some 100% Company-paid plans)
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% match
  • Life Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Up to 4 weeks of Paid Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays + Veterans Day for Veterans
  • Company-sponsored education and career advancement programs like the FirstCall Academy, the Learning & Education Assistance Program (LEAP), and the FirstCall Progression Program
  • Generous Referral Bonus of $2,500 per referral
  • Company vehicle or allowance
  • Mobile phone or phone allowance
  • Uniforms
  • Work boot allowances
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