SER Kitchen Equipment Technician

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and scheduled preventative maintenance on kitchen equipment such as combitherms, ovens, dishwashers, ice machines, steamers, mixers, garbage disposals and hood systems.
• Complete repairs and preventative maintenance on refrigeration systems such as ice machines, walk in coolers/freezers.
• Document all completed work and submit work log to Supervisor.
• Evaluate obsolete parts inventory for resale and review new equipment for suggested spare parts inventory; provide feedback to Supervisor.
• Maintain refrigeration log to document all usage of new refrigerant.
• Aid with the repair of warranty work by coordinating the respective equipment repair with outside contracted warranty technicians.
• Maintain spare part supply levels and notify Supervisor when reorder levels are reached.
• Review kitchen tech emails daily to evaluate work requests from F&B.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Central Plant Supervisor, repair and maintain all kitchen equipment for all Food & Beverage outlets.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Three years of experience in commercial food equipment repair.
• Current and must be able to maintain a current Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Pass background check to meet the employment eligibility requirements as they pertain to the position.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of refrigeration repair including proper use of vacuum pumps, refrigeration gauges, refrigerant types and evaporator/condenser repair/replacement.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing including the ability to solder and braze.
• Knowledge of machines, tools, equipment, and materials common to the kitchen equipment and refrigeration trade, including their designs, uses, repair, maintenance, and safety.
• Knowledge of safety codes and procedures.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the repair and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to read a wiring schematic and troubleshoot equipment using the respective equipment's sequence of operation.
• Skills in using logical reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternate solutions.
• Skills in effectively communicating issues, concerns, solutions in a concise manner.
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to utilize safety barricades, safety tape, and signs as needed.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.

Physical Demands

• Frequent use of hands, wrists, fingers associated with computer and repair equipment.
• Required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and reach with arms and hands.
• Occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Normal visual acuity, ability to talk and hear.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Physical work environment includes dirt and dust from project work areas; wet and damp areas; cramped and close work areas.
• Must possess sufficient stamina to work under all types of weather conditions including extreme hot/cold and to lift, carry, push, or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials.
• Exposure to operating equipment with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic hazards requiring usage of safe work practices.
• Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
• Evening, overnight, holiday and/or weekend work may be required.
• Travel may be required.
• Frequent walking and standing in a smoking environment and contact with the general public.
• Constant visual stimulation via neon lights on slot machines, repeatedly changing machine video screens, static or flashing signs throughout the casino and constant machine and crown noise.