"260 Days per Year
JOB TITLE: Technician, Maintenance
Child Nutrition Department
REPORTS TO: Supervisor-CN Maintenance & Equipment
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt
PAY GRADE: Aux 9
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing all gas and electric equipment in all Spring ISD kitchens including cooking, cleaning, hot/cold holding, refrigerated and non-refrigerated equipment. Assist to maintain parts, supplies, equipment and tools necessary for successful maintenance of all equipment. Assist to train school staff on necessary preventive and regular maintenance techniques and procedures.
All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
Five years’ experience working with food service equipment
Must be able to communicate effectively in English
Preferred
Valid Texas Drivers License, CDL, preferred
Texas State Journeyman Electrical License, preferred
Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration License, preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Possess knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical attributes to perform all essential
functions associated with the maintenance of commercial grade equipment
Knowledge of the potential hazards and necessary safety precautions involved in the use of equipment, tools and supplies required by the job
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with the Child Nutrition
Department staff and all other Spring ISD staff
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work tasks to meet deadlines
Skills in basic mathematic calculations, numerical and clerical type functions
Basic computer skills for data entry
Skills to communicate effectively, maintain positive and professional attitude
Mechanical and electrical aptitude
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Responsible for the repair, maintenance, and upgrades of all equipment in SISD kitchens
Installs, maintains, and repairs all gas, electric & refrigerated and non-refrigerated kitchen equipment at each assigned campus
Diagnose problems and make recommendations for repair, service and/or replacement of equipment and/or parts
Maintain safety of all equipment and make immediate determination if a piece of equipment is safe to operate
Performs preventive maintenance inspections & prepares all assigned tasks to ensure safe, effective, and efficient completion of all job assignments
Proficient in the uses of specialized test equipment and keeps up to date on applicable local, state, and national codes dealing with all aspects of Child
Nutrition, and ensures compliance to those codes
Coordinate with the Supervisor of Maintenance for assistance on placement and installation of new equipment
Develop and follow a plan of action to address repairs and/or problems including necessary equipment, parts, supply lists in addition to a timeline required to complete the work
Assist and work with additional CN maintenance staff and/or district staff as necessary to complete all work successfully
Assist to transfer, deliver, load and unload food and/or non-food items as necessary, by use of hand, hand-truck and/or pallet jack, or forklift
Train school staff on necessary preventive and regular maintenance techniques and procedures to improve life of equipment
Detect necessary repairs on CN vehicles and equipment utilizing established inspection procedures
Communication
Maintain a positive and professional relationship with co-workers, supervisors, school staff, other district personnel, parents, students and general public
Provide outstanding customer service
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Maintains & complete Work Order Forms on equipment repairs by itemizing
cost of parts, Freon, and labor hours
Maintains an inventory of all equipment/tools in Spring ISD kitchen facilities, vans & the shop area
Schedule service maintenance on the Child Nutrition van
Emergency Work Schedule
Responds to emergency call-outs (7 days a week/24 hours a day), as assigned
Respond to emergency/crisis situations under the authority of the Operations Coordinator
Assist in removing and transporting equipment, freezer/cooler/dry food items from one campus to another location or campus
Coordinate holiday and vacation time with the Supervisor of Maintenance to ensure the Child Nutrition Department maintenance needs are covered at all times
Per all other duties as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Functions:
Ability to perform tasks, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing and walking
Normal mobility of fingers, hands, wrists, arms, neck, back, waist, legs, knees, and ankles
Ability to bend over at the waist and twist entire trunk from side to side
Ability to reach above the head and in front of the body at least 24 inches
Ability to push and pull items up to 150 pounds
Ability to lift materials up to 50 pounds, and carry (while walking) 25 pounds for distances up to 20 feet
Ability to stoop and kneel up to 30 times pr 8-hour work shift
Ability to climb to next to last step on a 14-foot ladder
Ability to walk at a pace necessary to complete work schedule assigned
Ability to grip small hand tools and equipment with enough strength to use them in the manner intended
Working Environment:
Required to use chemicals in the performance of maintenance repair.
Outside work may be required in the necessary repair of equipment
Work inside with and without air-conditioning depending on facility requirement.
Work in adverse weather conditions when necessary
Occasional prolong or irregular hours
Personal Protective Equipment:
The Maintenance Technician must be trained and prepared to use the following safety Equipment:
Rubber gloves
Safety goggles
Vinyl apron
Back support belt
Any other safety equipment required by the Child Nutrition Department.
Audio/Visual Demands:
Corrected 20/20 vision.
Good depth perception.
Ability to distinguish between colors.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.