Kitchen Equipment Technician- Second Shift

Plano ISD Foodservice Equipment Maintenance TechnicianPrimary Purpose: Perform planned maintenance on all kitchen equipment throughout the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all kitchen equipment.Qualifications:Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalentEnvironmental Protection Agency Section 608 (EPA)Universal Refrigerant Certification (required)Valid Texas driver's licenseDriving record that is insurable by Plano ISD's insurance carrierSix hours of professional development annually to meet USDA Professional StandardsSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Ability to follow verbal and written instructionsAbility to work independentlyAbility to communicate well and deal with all people in a courteous and positive mannerOne or two years' experience of repair and maintenance of electrical and mechanical food service equipment (preferred)Major Responsibilities and Duties:Install, repair and maintain food service equipment at various Plano ISD foodservice facilitiesPerform repairs and planned maintenance. Initiate work orders for repairs on booster heaters, water heaters and all kitchen equipmentAccurately estimate amount of materials and parts needed for work order completionChange or clean air filters, maintain motor drive belts, grease motors and bearings as needed, clean condenser and evaporator coils, check and service kitchen equipment water filtration systemsFollow an established planned maintenance rotation for replacement of all equipment filtersComplete required documentation to include work orders, material requisitions and other related documentsCommunicate effectively with district personnel during all phases of necessary requirements to complete each work order or projectMaintain vehicle maintenance and upkeep including tools and materials inventoryWork with cafeteria managers and food service staff to ensure proper kitchen equipment operationLift and move heavy foodservice equipment and/or equipment partsDetect and report necessary equipment repairs. Proactive in approach to maintain foodservice equipmentPerform plumbing and electrical needsInspect all job assignments upon completion to ensure desired results are achieved; clean areas after project completionOperate a vehicle to travel to various Plano ISD facilities throughout workdayTake after hour calls and work extended hours; required to be on-call on an on-call rotationDevelop and follow safety rules and procedures as well as assume the responsibility that others follow these rulesMaintain standards of personal appearance and hygiene according to district/ department policies and proceduresFollow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisorsFollow attendance guideline as assigned by supervisorPerform other functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisorEquipment Used:Test equipment such as meters, manifold gauges and temperature recording devices; uses plumbing tools, hand tools, power tools, refrigeration tools, thermometers, chemicals, oils and high pressure sprayers, ladders, hoists, laptop computer and Smart phone; operate Plano ISD's vehicleWorking Conditions:Physical Demands: This job will require walking, bending, standing and sitting; possible lifting and carrying of 15-75 pounds; work may be inside or outside with exposure to hot or cold temperatures, dust and various materials and / or chemicals; work may require exposure to uneven or slippery surfaces, work on ladders and exposure to noise; frequent district wide travelMental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; able to learn and apply new methods in all areas; initiator; makes suggestions for improvementsEnvironmental Factors: Ability to work inside or outside with exposure to hot or cold temperatures, dust and various materials and /or chemicals; may work under conditions of inclement weather, frequently exposed to electrical current, high voltage, chemicals and oils; work may require exposure to uneven or slippery surfaces and exposure to noise