Food Service Technician

Job Title: Food Service Technician
Location: Winter Haven, Florida
Job Type: Full Time

Cardinal Equipment Services is looking for a Food Service Technician based out of our Winter Haven location. We’re currently looking for Monday through Friday, working 6:30AM to 3:00PM.

Job Summary:
As a Food Service Technician, you will work as part of a team responsible for the disassembly, troubleshoot, diagnosis, cleaning, repair, and reassembly food service equipment. This role involves using various tools and techniques to ensure equipment is prepared for the next steps in the remanufacturing process. Techs can perform all tasks conducted by the team in the assembly process and may also rotate through all or most of the process rather than being assigned a specific task.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The overall responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Safely disassemble and reassemble food service equipment using hand, power and air tools.

Follow instructions based on customer and company requirements.

Clean all components, replace parts as needed and refinish stainless steel.

Reassemble equipment using new or refurbished components based on customer profiles and SOP requirements.
Test and verify equipment functionality after reassembly to ensure all units meet performance quality and safety standards.

Work as part of a team to achieve daily goals.

Test for proper operation and QC check.

Assist with training and continuous improvement.

Maintain work area and equipment in a clear, safe, and orderly condition.

Perform initial diagnosis, disassembly, and inspection of various equipment to determine required repairs or refurbishment steps.

Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts, and work performed; report unusual conditions or production issues to the supervisor.
Prepare and/or package finished equipment for shipping.

Skills and Abilities:

Follow all prescribed safety and security measures protecting all associates and company assets.

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment as required by the position and comply with safety policies.

Strong hand-eye coordination.

Attention to detail.

Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills.

Effective quality management and technical skills needed.

Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job.

Ability to read, speak, and write English and follow both written and verbal instructions.

Ability to utilize all company provided resources and technology.

Ability to maintain a neat, professional appearance within company guidelines.

Education and Experience:

2-3 years of production experience
1-2 years of diagnosis and technical skills experience
High school diploma or general education degree or a suitable combination of education and experience.

Minimum age 18 years old.
Basic knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools, including screwdrivers and drills.
Computer skills and the ability to enter data accurately and efficiently.
Regular and prompt attendance as an essential job function.
Follow all prescribed safety and security measures protecting associates and company assets.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and compliance with safety policies.

Work Environment:

Work performed on cement floors in a warehouse environment.
Work is performed in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperature conditions, including heat, cold and humidity.
Noise levels are typically moderate to high due to machinery, powered industrial equipment, and general warehouse operations.

Physical Requirements:

Repeated sitting, standing on cement floors, walking, pushing/pulling, lifting, carrying, up to 50 lbs.
Frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, twist, reach, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties.
Continuous bending, kneeling squatting, grasping, reaching, fine manipulation and exposure to chemicals and noise.

Work Requirements:

Follow all Company Safety Rules.
Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance.