Main Tech II - Refrigeration & Kitchen Tech

Description

Job Overview:

The Maintenance Technician II – Refrigeration & Kitchen tech performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on buildings, mechanical equipment, and utility systems. Maintains, troubleshoots, replaces, repairs, and retrofits kitchen and refrigeration equipment, appurtenances and installations. This is a Journeyman level position.

Purpose:

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System:

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complies with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area
• Perform troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance on commercial foodservice equipment including, but not limited to, refrigeration equipment, cooking equipment, beverage equipment and dish machines
• Demonstrate effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Repairs or replaces defective equipment, components, or wiring
• Tests electrical circuits and components for continuity, using electrical test equipment
• Reassembles and tests equipment following repairs
• Makes necessary adjustments to obtain optimal equipment operating efficiency
• Conducts daily surveillance tours to kitchen and refrigeration equipment to assure proper and efficient operation
• Inspects and tests system to verify system compliance with plans and specifications and to detect and locate malfunctions
• Follows all national, state and local codes governing the maintenance, repairs and installation of all related components and equipment
• Obtain additional licenses and certifications as appropriate
• Discusses heating-cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that malfunctions have been corrected
• Records, responds, and reports all faults, deficiencies, and other unusual occurrences, as well as the time and materials expended on work orders in Hotsos
• Tests pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks, using a pressure gauge, gas detector or soap-and-water solution
• Adjusts system controls to setting recommended by manufacturer to balance system, using hand tools
• Recommends, develops, and performs preventive and general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, and changing filters
• Layouts and connects electrical wiring between controls and equipment according to wiring diagram, using electrician's hand tools
• Instals auxiliary components to heating-cooling equipment, such as expansion and discharge valves, air ducts, pipes, blowers, dampers, flues and stokers, following blueprints
• Inspects belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, greases bearings, seals; repairs or replaces broken parts
• Cleans and inspects boiler; treats water with proper chemicals
• Calibrates and repairs pneumatic systems, as needed
• Replaces broken windows; repairs doors, door locks and closets; installs window blinds
• Completes daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures
• May operate a computer which controls and monitors mechanical equipment and utility systems
• Repairs electrical equipment and control circuits; replaces faulty electrical switches; repairs refrigeration equipment
• May repair electrical locks and control panels to maintain building security
• Responds to emergencies as required and trained
• Assists with the renovation/remodeling of buildings; repairs plaster and drywall; paints building structures
• Maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures
• May perform outside duties such as snow removal, parking lot mechanical repairs, as required
• May move furniture; may assist others with production of conference center or amphitheater events
• May obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts; orders parts as needed.
• Assists with other work in coordination with repair and maintenance teams
• Installs, connects, and adjusts thermostats, humidistats and timers, using hand tools
• Generates work orders that address deficiencies in need of correction
• Joins pipes or tubing to equipment and to fuel, water, or refrigerant source, to form a complete circuit
• Cuts and drills holes in floors, walls, and roof to install equipment, using power saws and drills
• Wraps pipes in insulation, securing it in place with cement or wire bands
• Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe or tubing, using pipefitter's tools
• Fabricates, assembles and installs duct work and chassis parts, using portable metal-working tools and welding equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements: (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within six months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
• Must have and maintain valid state-issued operator driver's license
• Must have completed at least two (2) maintenance certificates such as a CFESA (Commercial Food Equipment Service Association) required , EPA Section 608 Technician certification type Universal, NATE certification, controls (CCST), NFPA96, NFPA 1.
• Must have at least three (3) years general commercial property maintenance experience
• Must have good hearing and eyesight
• Must have ability to read, write, and understand English
• Must have a valid and current State Driver's License and an insurable driving record for purposes of driving company vehicles as required
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

Base Pay:

• Pay range - $24.65 - $33.45 (The base pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.)
• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as access to a flexible spending account (FSA) option. We also offer Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, 401K with matching, shift differential, and discretionary quarterly bonuses.

Ready to Get Hired? Stop In and Shine!
On-the-Spot Interviews Every Wednesday
10 AM – 12 PM
Hotel Lobby – Wind Creek Chicago Southland
17300 S Halsted St, East Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Free Parking – Just Show Up!

THERE WILL BE NO OPEN INTERVIEWS ON 5/6/2026. OPEN INTERVIEWS WILL RESUME ON 5/13/2026.