Job Description

Burkett Restaurant Equipment & Supplies is a leader in the distribution of new and used restaurant equipment. If you’re looking for a positive and energetic company where your ideas are valued, Burkett is the company for you!

We are seeking to hire a full-time Service Technician to join our Service Team.

Are you a skilled problem-solver who takes pride in quality workmanship? We’re looking for a dependable Service Technician to join our team. In this hands-on role, you’ll diagnose, repair (refurbish and recondition) used commercial kitchen and refrigeration equipment in-house—to provide equipment inventory for resale. If you enjoy working independently and as part of a team, we’d love to hear from you!

To learn more about careers at Burkett please visit: https://www.burkett.com/careers

Job Title Service Technician

Primary Objective: To recondition commercial kitchen equipment, achieving quality and productivity service targets.

Primary Functions: This position is responsible for producing high quality products for the Burkett Used / Reconditioned product line, repair commercial kitchen equipment, clean equipment, and performing paint prep.

Reports To Service Manager

Scheduled Hours: 40 hours per week / Mon-Fri / 8:00am-4:30pm

FLSA Status: Hourly

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Electrically, mechanically, and cosmetically diagnose and repair all commercial stainless/cooking/mechanical/refrigeration equipment according to production targets
• Movement of equipment per department and technician needs utilizing forklift and/or pallet jacks
• Research and request necessary parts according to manufacturer specs or basic mechanical guidelines
• Test all equipment in a timely, efficient manner and communicate any equipment that presents risk to internal or customer-facing quality targets
• Complete product diagnosis and disposition for damaged items in support of freight claims
• Check operations and visually inspect all used items in our Quality Control area daily
• Work with and as a backup to our equipment cleaner on an as-needed basis
• Disassemble equipment to ensure thorough cleaning of all components
• Reassemble equipment to be delivered into service, i.e. legs, casters, doors, etc.
• Power wash used equipment when needed during the reconditioning process
• Clean and maintain the cleaning room at the end of each day
• Complete any ongoing training to maintain OSHA compliance
• Other duties as assigned related to continuous improvement of service department processes
• Field service will be required occasionally. A majority of the work will be in-house but field work will be required occasionally based on company needs.

Requirements

• Basic troubleshooting abilities
• Basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently to achieve daily schedule
• Ability to learn, adapt, change, and remain flexible
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of basic material handling equipment and tools
• Ability to function as part of the team and assist other technicians when necessary
• Computer experience working with Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally
• EPA and refrigeration license is a plus
• Equipment Needed
• Basic hand and power tools
• Testing instruments (some items are company provided)
• Education and Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license is required
• 10-Hour OSHA Training and HAZCOM Training. Training provided if not already acquired.

Benefits

To learn more about careers at Burkett please visit: https://www.burkett.com/careers

The Company offers competitive wages, a complete benefits package which includes options for Health, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life, Paid Time Off & Holidays after a 30 day waiting period and a 401(k) program after a 90 day waiting period.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer & a Drug Free Workplace.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.