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) supporting Marine Corps Base Hawaii dining facility operations at Anderson Hall and the Flight Line. The technician keeps equipment operational, safe, sanitary, and mission-ready in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, contract requirements, safety regulations, and applicable food service standards. The role maintains and repairs commercial kitchen and food service equipment, including ovens, kettles, braisers, grills, fryers, dishwashing equipment, refrigeration and freezer equipment, ice machines, food preparation equipment, beverage equipment, and serving line equipment. The technician documents maintenance and repair activity, coordinates parts and outside service providers, supports Government reporting and inspections, and helps protect equipment and facilities while supporting uninterrupted meal service.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum three years of maintenance or repair experience involving commercial kitchen, refrigeration, mechanical, or food service equipment is preferred.
- 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 maintaining or repairing refrigerators, freezers, compressors, or equipment containing Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) must possess all certifications required by Federal and State regulations and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 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
- Three or more 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 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 in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
- 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 conditions that may extend repair timelines.
- Recommend replacement of outdated, excess, or underutilized equipment when appropriate.
- Maintain detailed records of preventive maintenance and repairs, including deficiencies, corrective actions, and completed repairs.
- Assist with the monthly FPSE Maintenance Report required by the Government.
- Track service history, warranty status, and recurring equipment issues; maintain files and supporting documentation for inspection.
- Identify necessary replacement parts and obtain vendor quotes when requested by management.
- Ensure replacement parts are equal to or better than original equipment specifications.
- Coordinate outside service providers when specialized repairs are required.
- Support contract requirements related to equipment maintenance expenditures and documentation.
- Follow OSHA, EPA, manufacturer, and company safety requirements; use required PPE.
- Handle equipment safely to prevent damage to Government property and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
- Support Government inspections and quality assurance reviews.
- Complete repairs within contract-required timeframes whenever parts availability permits and support uninterrupted meal service operations.
- Protect and properly maintain Government-owned equipment and facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
