Commercial Refrigeration Technician
Raydia Food Group has been dedicated to nourishing and growing its team, customers, suppliers, and communities for over 175 years. Raydia Food Group was built on a foundation of trust, character, respect, accountability, and collaboration. We believe that aligning our business objectives, personal goals/initiatives, and company core values contributes to long-term growth and success. As a part of our team, you would play a crucial role in upholding these values.
Position Title: Commercial Refrigeration Technician
Exempt Status: Hourly
Accountable To: Chem/Bev Service Manager
Job Summary: Join our team as a Commercial Refrigeration Tech at B&B Foods powered by Raydia Food Group, a prominent food service distributor. The technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration equipment including ice machines. Customer settings range from local restaurants, school, grocery stores, or anywhere that serves food commercially within the region. The Service Technician is responsible for a company vehicle and is required to drive to various locations to service customer equipment. This service technician occasionally provides scheduled on-call supports and occasional overtime.
Duties / Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration equipment and ice machines, and related equipment in compliance with manufacturer guidelines and safety protocols.
- Conduct routine inspections of equipment to identify any potential issues or malfunctions, and proactively address them to prevent downtime and disruptions in service.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with equipment, utilizing a range of tools and technical expertise to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Perform regular cleaning, sanitization, and calibration of equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to health and safety standards.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and facility managers to understand equipment usage patterns and provide guidance on best practices for equipment operation, maintenance, and cleaning.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance and repairs, including documentation of performed tasks, parts used, and associated costs.
- Keep current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and equipment advancements to provide recommendations for equipment upgrades or replacements when necessary.
- Assist in the procurement of replacement parts, tools, and supplies, and maintain an organized inventory to support efficient repairs and maintenance activities.
Required Skills / Abilities:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have a valid driver's license with an excellent driving record
- Must be able to pass a criminal history background check
- Strong electrical, electronic, and mechanical skills
- Previous experience with cooking, refrigeration, and ice machines equipment
- Must have the ability to physically perform the work (ability to lift 90 pounds, dexterity and ability to articulate under and around equipment required)
- Must be able to provide exceptional and positive customer service
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must have EPA 608 Type Universal
- Minimum 2 years of related work experience is required
Hours:
- Full-time
- Monday - Friday
- 7:30 am -4:30
- Overtime available as needed
- On-call every other weekend
- Some travel may require overnight accommodations due to location and complexity of the assigned task
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Terre Haute, IN, USA