Commercial Appliance Repair Technician

To perform technical installation, diagnostic troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial industrial-grade food service appliances, equipment, and systems; manage maintenance schedule, order and maintain inventory and stock; perform related work.

Facilities Operations and Maintenance supports the university’s strategic mission by professionally maintaining safe, functional, and attractive facilities and grounds, while also providing quality support services to the campus community.

Responsibilities

• Installs, conducts technical diagnostics, and performs specialized repairs on a wide variety of commercial/industrial grade refrigeration and freezer units and compressors, dish machines, disposals, specialized gas ovens, grills, and other equipment
• Diagnostic testing of coils, valves, and connections for leaks, pressure, and performance
• Flushes refrigerant and recharges refrigeration units, maintains electrical and pneumatic controls, thermostats, heating elements, and plumbing systems
• Replaces electronic components such as circuit boards, igniters, digital controls, alarms, commercial-grade electrical motors and fixtures
• Installs and connects piping for gas appliances
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws regarding refrigerant recycling and disposal and maintains required Environmental Protection Agency documentation
• Purchases and procures parts, tools, and supplies; manages and maintains inventory and determines stock levels
• Estimates repair costs and recommends replacement of damaged appliances and equipment; coordinates with equipment manufacturers and vendors on equipment warranties
• May perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• Experience performing installation and repair of a variety of commercial and industrial-grade food-service appliances and equipment
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Knowledge of quality control analysis
• Knowledge of inventory and records management

Qualifications

• EPA Refrigerant Certification
• Valid standard driver’s license
• Successful completion of an accredited refrigeration technician program

Pay

Salary range is $20 to $29.44 an hour.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays and the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond. Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience.