Southwest Careers:Kitchen Equipment Technician-Secound Shift-Quick

Plano Independent School District (Plano ISD) is a distinguished public school district headquartered in Plano, Texas. Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student services, Plano ISD caters to a large community with numerous campuses and educational programs dedicated to fostering student growth in a supportive environment. The district emphasizes maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming atmosphere across all its facilities, which includes robust food and nutritional services aimed at promoting health and wellness among students and staff. The Food and Nutritional Services department within Plano ISD is vital in ensuring the seamless operation and safety of kitchen facilities across district campuses. Hiring for the position of Kitchen Equipment Technician for the second shift, this role is classified under the PARA hour classification with a pay grade of 47B, starting at $22.38 per hour and requiring a commitment of 209 workdays annually. This role is hourly and involves undertaking planned maintenance and repairs on a wide array of kitchen equipment found in district food service locations. This position demands a technically skilled professional who can ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained in safe, working order, supporting the overall operational efficiency of school food services. The Kitchen Equipment Technician is accountable for installing, servicing, and repairing food service machinery including booster heaters, water heaters, refrigeration systems, and filtration units. Essential to the role is a rigorously scheduled maintenance rotation to replace equipment filters and a steady focus on preventing equipment failures through proactive care and repair. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in electrical and mechanical aspects of food service equipment and possess Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Certification or equivalent experience, alongside a valid Texas driver’s license with an insurable driving record. The position also demands strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively with cafeteria managers and food service staff to ensure equipment operates optimally. Physical demands of the role include lifting heavy equipment or parts, working in varying environmental conditions potentially involving exposure to chemicals, heat, cold, and noise, as well as the requirement to drive between multiple district locations. This role also includes on-call responsibilities and the need to handle after-hours calls and extended work hours when necessary. Mental demands encompass managing frequent interruptions and maintaining composure under stress, reflecting the dynamic and critical nature of maintaining essential school food service infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity for professionals with technical expertise and a commitment to high standards of safety and quality in a well-established educational environment. Serving as the backbone for the district’s food and nutritional services, the Kitchen Equipment Technician plays a key role in ensuring students and staff receive reliable and safe food service facilities every day.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Certification or comparable experience
• valid Texas driver’s license
• driving record that is insurable by Plano ISD's insurance carrier
• six hours of professional development annually to meet USDA Professional Standards