Kitchen Equipment Technician

MML Hospitality•Austin, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and skilled Kitchen Equipment Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair both hot-side and cold-side commercial kitchen equipment for restaurants, hotels, and food service operations. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, excellent customer service abilities, and hands-on experience working with hot equipment such as ovens, fryers, grills, steamers, and dishwashers, as well as cold equipment including refrigerators, freezers, walk-ins, prep coolers, and ice machines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2+ years of experience repairing commercial kitchen hot-side equipment and refrigeration/cold-side equipment.
Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration systems.
Ability to use diagnostic tools and testing equipment.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in physically demanding environments (heat, cold, confined spaces, etc.).
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

EPA Certification for refrigeration handling.
Experience with gas equipment repair.
CFESA certification or equivalent industry certifications.
HVAC or appliance repair background.
Experience using digital work order or field service systems.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain both hot-side and cold-side commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, fryers, grills, ranges, mixers, steamers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, walk-in coolers, prep tables, ice machines, and any other commercial kitchen equipment.
Perform preventative commercial kitchen equipment maintenance and safety inspections.
Install new kitchen equipment and ensure proper ongoing operation.
Troubleshoot building electrical, gas, plumbing, and mechanical issues; perform light repairs where possible, and schedule service calls as necessary.
Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and inventory usage.
Maintain vendor relationships, manage warranty service, agreements, and appointments as necessary.
Communicate professionally with internal customers regarding repair timelines and recommendations.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
Respond to emergency service calls as needed, including nights/weekends/holidays.
Maintain and inventory company tools and equipment.