Kitchen Equipment Technician

TITLE: KITCHEN MAINTENANCE/REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 12-month - Hourly/Starting at $22.08 an hour

RESPONSIBLE TO: Maintenance Supervisor PRIMARY FUNCTION: To maintain, repair, and ensure the safe, efficient, and long-lasting operation of appliances. EXPERIENCE: Evaluated on an individual basis. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and maintain all school food service kitchen equipment to include, but not limited to, ovens, refrigeration, dishwashers, ice makers, slicers, mixers, and serving lines.
• Determine the type and amount of refrigerant and charge compressors.
• Change and service contactors, capacitors, and other components as required.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and operate all electrically driven equipment.
• Purchase necessary parts for repair.
• Maintain in a serviceable condition all tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Hold a valid Georgia driver's permit and maintain in a good, clean, serviceable condition a county-owned vehicle.
• Maintain an inventory by location of all school food service kitchen equipment.
• Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Directors.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of procedures, practices, tools, and equipment required to complete the job proficiently.
• Skill in troubleshooting malfunctions of kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to plan, work, and coordinate with other trades.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, and stairs.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, OR TRAINING:

• High school diploma, GED, vocational school, or any equivalent combination of training and experience desired.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Evaluated on an individual basis. The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable. The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.