JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title
Kitchen Equipment Technician
Evaluation Type
Auxiliary
Department
Child Nutrition
Pay Grade
F3
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Date Revised
June 2026
Supervisor
Director of Child Nutrition
BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Under minimal supervision, maintain, repair and install food service equipment in district kitchens and other duties assigned for the efficient operation of the Child Nutrition Department. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all food service systems in the district.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Texas driver's license
- EPA Universal Certification
- TDLR Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification, or a TDLR Class "B" Contractors License with a Commercial Refrigeration endorsement (preferred)
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of various types of kitchen and refrigeration equipment to include but not limited to walk-in & reach-in coolers and freezers, milk coolers, combi ovens, flat top grills, steam ovens, mixers, ventilation hoods, fire suppression, DDC cooler monitoring systems, NG & LPG equipment, ice machines and dish washers.
- Knowledge of TDA Kitchen Safety & Sanitation Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material
- Ability to operate a computer and knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations and cost estimating
- Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
- Ability to use hand and power tools along with diagnostic tools and test equipment
Experience:
- Three (3) or more years' experience in the commercial kitchen field
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Maintenance, Repair & Installation:
- Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of commercial kitchen and refrigeration equipment.
- Install new food service equipment (kitchen) and refrigeration equipment and systems when required.
- Repair, replace, or calibrate controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
- Install electrical wiring, controls and piping according to specifications and code.
- Wire and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
- Maintain refrigerant dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
- Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all food service and refrigeration equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
- Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance and cleaning on all food service and refrigeration equipment as needed.
- Schedule and facilitate annual gas and fire suppression inspections for kitchens.
- Locate and repair gas leaks in equipment and main gas lines.
- Receive and complete work orders.
- Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
- Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
- Respond to after-hour emergencies.
Safety:
- Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
- Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including but not limited to lifting, climbing, etc.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
- The Supervisor or his/her designee may assign other duties and accountabilities limited to those consistent with the applicable job function and pay grade
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None
MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
- Tools/Equipment Used: Standard commercial kitchen equipment and tools including slicers, mixers, pressure steamers, ovens, fryers, dishwashers, utility carts, and sharp utensils
- Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, and twisting
- Motion: This job will require walking, bending, standing, sitting, lifting, and ladder use
- Lifting: Possible lifting and carrying of 15-75 pounds
- Environment: Ability to work inside or outside with exposure to hot or cold temperatures, dust and various materials and /or chemicals; may work under conditions of inclement weather, frequently exposed to electrical current, high voltage, chemicals and oils; work may require exposure to uneven or slippery surfaces and exposure to noise; frequent district wide travel
- Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; able to learn and apply new methods in all areas; initiator; makes suggestions for improvements