Equipment Repair Technician Child Nutrition 2026-2027

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Perform installation maintenance preventative maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Valid Texas Drivers License insurable with Judson ISD insurance carrier and a good driving record
• EPA Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certified on Types I II and III (Universal Certification required)
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Has working knowledge of steam electric and gas food service equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Effective planning and organizational skills
• Possess knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with staff
• Ability to work after normal hours if required

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years working as in equipment repair;
• Experience working on boilers compressors and commercial cooking equipment; working on ice machines and other refrigeration equipment

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Comply with District directives and Food Service Policies and Procedures
• Perform preventative maintenance and periodic checks of all food service equipment
• Ensure that all safety regulations are followed
• Read and interpret blueprints wiring diagrams and possess knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems
• Estimate and purchase necessary materials to complete work orders and maintain truck inventory
• Develop procedures and schedule for preventative maintenance on all district food service equipment
• Report status of potential and/or pending problems with installed equipment to the food service director
• Keep all district tools and equipment in working order
• Complete required paperwork for maintenance requests and work orders on a daily basis
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Develop and maintain a good rapport with personnel at each facility serviced and keeps appropriate personnel advised of activities
• Perform occasional work after normal duty hours as required and authorized
• Perform other duties as assigned based on department needs
• Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
• Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
• Ability to use personal computer to access district programs emails and other resources
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educators Code of Ethics
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Equipment Used:

• Steam electric and gas food service equipment
• Office equipment personal computer printer calculator multi-line telephone software programs and peripherals copier fax and other equipment applicable to position.

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment personal computer printer calculator multi-line telephone software programs and peripherals copier fax and other equipment applicable to position
• Steam electric and gas food service equipment

Mental Demands:

• Ability to read concentrate communicate effectively (verbally and written) interpret reason understand verbal instructions memorize coordinate compile compute analyze differentiate
• Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting standing walking climbing stairs and/or ramps balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling pulling pushing reaching repetitive hand motions hearing speaking clearly visual acuity distinguishing colors driving traveling
• Occasional: Lifting moderate 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold) humidity extremes noise low or intense illumination vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases bacteria insects mold fungi etc.)
• Work around moving objects or vehicles work on uneven surfaces
• Work alone work prolonged or irregular hours

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race color national origin age religion sex marital or veteran status the presence of a medical condition disability or any other legally protected status.

Required Experience:

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