Kitchen Equipment Mechanic

POSITION TITLE:Kitchen Equipment Mechanic

EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-exempt

REPORTS TO:Director of Child Nutrition Programs

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:12 months

HOURLY SALARY RANGE:Minimum $23.96 Midpoint $28.87 Maximum $33.78

Primary Purpose:

Install repair and maintain kitchen equipment such as refrigerators freezers ovens stoves ice machines mixers and serving equipment.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of electrical circuits wiring operating principles of motors and kitchen equipment
Knowledge of current electrical codes and ordinances
Ability to read blueprints schematics and written reference material
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
Ability to drive automatic and standard transmission vehicles

Experience:
One to three years related experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repairs

• Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to determine causes of problems.
• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Screw bolt rivet weld and braze parts to assemble structural and functional components such as motors controls switches gauges wiring harnesses valves pumps compressors condensers cores and pipes.
• Start system observe operation read gauges and instruments and adjust mechanisms such as valves controls and pumps to control level of fluid pressure and temperature in system.
• Interpret schematic diagrams for equipment installations.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repair or replace defective parts. Install special functional and structural parts in devices. Lubricate and clean parts.
• Start equipment to test performance.
• Initiate price quotes and purchase order for parts and machines.
• Participate in staff development training programs staff meetings and special events as assigned.

Safety

• Operate tools equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor or director.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Electrical measuring and testing equipment; hand tools; power tools; light truck
Posture: Frequent standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling reaching twisting work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Frequent walking climbing ladders grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension overhead reaching repetitive hand motions
Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance 30-55 pounds with assistance and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
Environment: Work around machinery with moving parts; work outside and inside on slippery or uneven surfaces; work with electrical lines; exposure to extreme temperatures dust fumes toxic materials and chemicals; exposure to loud noises vibration and electrical hazards; work in tight or enclosed spaces
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; occasional irregular and prolonged hours frequent districtwide travel