Team Member

HVAC-R Technician - Santa Clarita and Ventura County

Cotti Foods began in 1967 with the purchase of one Taco Bell restaurant in Southern California. Since then, Cotti Foods has grown with the addition of Wendy's in 2014 and Pieology in 2015. The company currently operates over 200 restaurants across 6 states. The HVAC-R Technician provides day-to-day maintenance of equipment, electrical systems, heating systems, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, painting, and other duties as assigned for our Wendy's and Taco Bell restaurants in the Santa Clarita and Ventura County area.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop a work schedule to minimize the impact on customer service and restaurant operations.
• Estimate time and cost of repairs and equipment.
• Inspect and correctly diagnose standard malfunctions in restaurant equipment.
• Prioritize and complete needed equipment repairs as they occur in a timely fashion.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance and replacement functions on a wide range of restaurant equipment (fryers, grills, walk-in freezers/coolers, ice machines, ovens, etc.), electrical systems, heating systems, HVAC/Refrigeration, plumbing, painting.
• Respond to emergency service calls for repair.
• Work to implement preventative maintenance procedures as defined by company representatives.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Operate and manage inventory in the company vehicle safely.
• Pass a background check and motor vehicle review.
• Possess mechanical and electrical skills, be able to read wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, plans, and specifications related to duties.
• Travel required.
• Work flexible shifts based on calls in the area and adapt to changing work schedules.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience

• 2 years of experience in equipment repairs, service industry experience appliance repair, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC preferred.
• EPA Type II License (Preferred)
• EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Accredited Technical/Vocational School preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Relevant technical training, licenses, and/or certifications (e.g., EPA, CFESA) preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 75-100 pounds, requires standing, walking, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling and routine lifting/carrying.
• Climb ladders and working at various heights.
• Repetitive hand movements when constantly using tools. May use goggles and gloves occasionally when around or moving hot equipment.