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 General 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 : General Service Technician
Primary Objective: To assist a growing Service Department in the reconditioning of commercial kitchen equipment to achieve service targets including quality and productivity targets.
Primary Functions: This position is responsible for producing high quality products for the Burkett Used / Reconditioned product line, assist our lead technicians in equipment repairs, to fill in for our equipment cleaner, to perform paint prep, and equipment/product movement on an as needed basis.
Reports To : Service Manager
Scheduled Hours: 40 hours per week / Mon-Fri / 8:00am-4:30pm
FLSA Status: Hourly
Key Areas of Responsibility
• Movement of equipment per department and technician needs utilizing fork lift and/or pallet jacks
• Work alongside Lead technicians in the department to assist them in equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Electrically, mechanically, and cosmetically diagnose and repair all commercial stainless/cooking/mechanical/refrigeration equipment according to production targets
• Research and request necessary parts according to manufacturer specs or as required by 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 a 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 going out into the field will be required based on company needs.
• Self-motivated and well organized
• Basic troubleshooting abilities are a plus
• 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
• Excellent computer experience working with Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally
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.