REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME)

Refrigeration Technician

We are hiring immediately for a full-time REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN position at the University of Kentucky Hospitality, located at 411 S. Limestone, Lexington, KY 40506. Online applications are accepted only.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; shifts are from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Requirement: EPA certification required, with a minimum of three years of related experience; experience servicing and repairing restaurant equipment is preferred.

Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $32.00 per hour.

Job Summary

Summary: Performs a variety of maintenance duties supporting core reactive refrigeration work and the operation of critical systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs, maintains and repairs equipment and systems using power and hand tools and other necessary equipment.
• Cleans, lubricates, repairs and diagnoses malfunctions of HVAC equipment, ice makers, refrigeration equipment, electrical systems, electronic signaling systems and other specialty equipment items.
• Performs a variety of other semi-skilled and skilled work in various crafts such as carpentry, plumbing, welding, painting, minor electrical work, sheet metal work, masonry and maintaining simple temperature controls.
• Analyzes building system, electrical and mechanical problems, alone or as part of a team.
• Responds to emergency problems in the facility and makes emergency repairs as needed.
• Contacts supervisors, skilled trade vendors or on-call personnel as instructed.
• Maintains logs and performs rounds.
• Completes work orders, tests and inspections.
• Performs established preventative maintenance; makes recommendations for improvement of preventive maintenance systems and activities.
• Serves as an Ammonia Systems Technician; completes maintenance, operation tasks and processes; contributes to installation work as it pertains to the ammonia systems.
• Repairs ammonia systems and related equipment.
• Supports project management activity relative to ammonia systems.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Serves as a member of facility emergency response team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Four years of trade school or on the job-related experience, i.e., four years of experience as a maintenance mechanic/technician in a similar-sized institution in a maintenance occupation.
• Five years of hands-on mechanical experiences in the areas of ammonia refrigeration, natural gas fired boilers and compressed air systems.
• Apprentice card from the State in plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
• Valid driver's license.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company's behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.