Refrigeration Mechanic/Kitchen Equipment Specialist

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The posted salary and/or position title may be adjusted dependent on the successful candidates education experience and unique qualifications as they relate to the position.

This position is responsible for the installation maintenance repair and servicing of all commercial kitchen equipment campus wide including all refrigeration systems. This position also provides support for generic HVAC systems campus wide assisting with optimal performance safety and compliance.

Final title salary grade and starting salary will be determined by the successful applicants education and experience.

• Install maintain and repair commercial kitchen appliances including ovens fryers steamers dish machines walk-in coolers/freezers and ice machines;
• Troubleshoot refrigeration systems including compressors condensers evaporators and thermostats;
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on food service equipment;
• Ensure all equipment meets health and safety codes and maintain appropriate documentation;
• Coordinate with campus dining services for equipment downtime and repairs;
• Assist HVAC technicians with service calls involving air handlers boilers chillers heat pumps VAV boxes and exhaust systems;
• Perform routine HVAC maintenance such as filter replacements belt adjustments and temperature control checks;
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used;
• Coordinate with trades and building schedules;
• Coordinate projects involving outside contractors;
• Monitor inventory;
• Submit estimates;
• Handle refrigerants/oil according to EPA standards/safety;
• Maintain and monitor work space and quality control;
• Support other skilled trades;
• Support energy efficiency and building automation initiatives as directed;
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of design techniques tools and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans blueprints drawings and models;
• Ability to interpret drawings and schematics;
• Ability to communicate effectively with students faculty staff administrators parents visitors vendors volunteers contractors and the general public;
• Knowledge of local contacts in the trade to aid in problem solving;
• Knowledge of and skills to operate various HVAC/refrigeration testing and repair equipment;
• Ability to install complete HVAC systems ranging from small residential to large commercial;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Knowledge of systems analysis and systems evaluation activities;
• Knowledge of related mechanisms and mechanics involved including machines and tools used;
• Knowledge of building and construction materials methods and tools;
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology;
• Knowledge of computers and electronics involved including circuit boards processors chips electronic equipment computer hardware/software and related applications/programming;
• Dependability attention to detail cooperation analytical thinking initiative adaptability/flexibility and leadership skills;
• Detailed knowledge of all aspects of kitchen equipment;
• Ability to schedule PMs and repairs of kitchen equipment with food service vendor.

• Completion of a high school diploma/equivalent is required;
• Completion of an associates degree in related field preferred;
• Seven years of related experience required;
• Experience in a university hospital or similar institutional setting is preferred.

• Valid drivers license required;
• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling Certification (Type I & II or Universal).

Applicants must upload a resume at the time of application and provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions please email or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.

UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed.