Food Service Refrigeration Technician (25-26 SY) - Food Services

Job Title: Food Service Refrigeration Technician                                                 Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Reports: Equipment and Warehouse Operations Coordinator                               Funding Source: Food Service

Dept/ School: Food Service Warehouse                                                            Pay Grade: Facilities – 8

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Primary Purpose:

                Install, repair, and maintain food service equipment

Qualifications:

                Education/ Certification

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Class C driver's license and proof of insurability with District insurance carrier
• Universal Refrigerant Recovery License, required

                Special Knowledge/ Skills

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Working knowledge of an ability to install and repair commercial kitchen and mechanical
• equipment
• Ability to read and analyze schematic diagrams
• Effective organizational, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize technology resources relevant to position

                Experience

                Three years of commercial food service repair equipment or related experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

1. Diagnose causes malfunctions to HVACR and HVAC systems.
2. Assemble, adjust, inspect, align and calibrate commercial food preparation equipment.
3. Implement and maintain a preventative maintenance program on all related equipment.
4. Interpret schematic diagrams for equipment installations.
5. Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues; and observe mechanical devices in operation and diagnose causes of malfunctions.
6. Dismantle devices, repair or replace failed components or systems in a skilled and safe manner; and install special functional and structural parts in devices.

Other

7. Work closely with outside contractors on major repair jobs.
8. Respond in a timely manner when contacted regarding urgent situations or emergencies (during or outside of normal business hours).
9. Initiate price quotes and purchase orders for parts and machines.
10. Maintain detailed records and cost projections and report information to supervisor
11. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; and serve as role model for staff and public.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety

13. Inspect tools, machines and equipment for safety and efficiency, and operate according to established safety procedures. Follow safety procedures and techniques to perform duties, including lifting, and climbing. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
14. Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidents immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities

                None

Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors:

Tools/ Equipment Used: Electrical measuring and testing equipment; welding equipment; hand tools; power tools; hoist; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/ squatting, bending/ stooping, pushing/ pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ ladders/ scaffolding, grasping/ squeezing, wrist flexion/ extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 55 pounds without assistance, more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance, on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven surfaces; may work on rooftops; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic, chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; may work irregular and prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The information in this document is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.