General Maintenance Tech
About The Position
The Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and servicing of Government-owned Food Production and Serving Equipment (FPSE) at Marine Corps Base Hawaii dining facilities. The technician ensures equipment is operational, safe, sanitary, and mission-ready in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, contract requirements, safety regulations, and applicable food service standards. The role includes monthly preventive maintenance, diagnosis and repair of commercial kitchen and food service equipment, maintenance documentation, replacement-parts identification, and coordination with vendors or outside service providers. The technician supports Government inspections and quality assurance reviews and helps maintain uninterrupted meal service operations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and repair documentation.
- Ability to diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration-related issues.
- Valid driver's license.
- Technicians who maintain or repair refrigerators, freezers, compressors, or equipment containing Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) must possess certifications required by Federal and State regulations and U.S. EPA requirements.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to work in hot kitchen environments and around mechanical equipment.
- Ability to respond to equipment failures as operational requirements dictate.
Nice To Haves
- At least three years of maintenance or repair experience involving commercial kitchen, refrigeration, mechanical, or food service equipment (listed as preferred).
Responsibilities
- Perform monthly Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on assigned food production and serving equipment.
- Inspect equipment systematically to identify actual or potential failures.
- Clean, service, lubricate, adjust, tune, tighten hardware, and replace worn or damaged components.
- Maintain equipment in operationally ready condition.
- Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine corrective actions.
- Repair commercial kitchen and food service equipment and complete corrective maintenance in a timely manner.
- Coordinate warranty repairs and service work when applicable.
- Notify management of parts delays or other conditions that may extend repair timelines.
- Recommend replacement of outdated, excess, or underutilized equipment when appropriate.
- Maintain and service Government-owned equipment, including ovens, steam kettles, braisers, grills, fryers, dishwashers, refrigeration and freezer equipment, ice machines, hot and cold boxes, mixers, food processors, beverage equipment, and serving line equipment.
- Maintain detailed preventive maintenance and repair records, document deficiencies and corrective actions, and assist with the monthly FPSE Maintenance Report.
- Track service history, warranty status, and recurring equipment issues, and maintain supporting files for inspection.
- Identify replacement parts, obtain vendor quotes when requested, and ensure parts meet or exceed original equipment specifications.
- Coordinate outside service providers for specialized repairs and support contract requirements related to maintenance expenditures and documentation.
- Follow OSHA, EPA, manufacturer, and company safety requirements; use required PPE; and handle equipment safely to prevent damage to Government property.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment and support Government inspections and quality assurance reviews.
- Complete repairs within contract-required timeframes when parts availability permits, support uninterrupted meal service, and protect Government-owned equipment and facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
