Foodservice Equipment Reliability Technician (HVAC/Refrigeration)

Job Description

Job Description

Your impact, simplified

Join Colliers to keep mission-critical restaurant equipment online for Chick-fil-A locations across a defined local market. Operate independently in the field with robust technical resources behind you.

Role snapshot

• Own preventive and corrective maintenance for commercial kitchen and building systems.
• Deliver fast, high-quality responses that meet established SLAs for Operators.
• Service equipment across hot-side cooking, sealed-system refrigeration, specialty foodservice units, and base-building HVAC.
• Brands you’ll encounter: Henny Penny, Follett, Lennox (HVAC), Traulsen, Hobart mixers, Champion dishwashers, Garland Grill.
• Coordinate with manufacturers for advanced diagnostics/parts; work with the Chick-fil-A Technical Assistance Team while onsite.
• Install parts accurately; validate performance to spec.
• Maintain precise documentation: work orders, time, receipts, truck stock.
• Keep a clean, organized vehicle, tools, and inventory.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies.
• Adhere to safe work practices and accident prevention procedures.
• Engage in OEM training and certification; collaborate with service partners and vendors.
• Meet productivity targets aligned with company standards.

Qualifications

• Trade school training and/or strong hands-on experience; 5+ years related trade experience (or equivalent).
• Proven competency in one or more: sealed refrigeration/HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, hot-side equipment, mechanical power transmission.
• Experience servicing kitchen equipment, facilities, or construction systems.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and safe driving record (MVR required); able to operate company vehicles.
• Reads diagrams/schematics ; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and mobile service apps.
• Excellent communication; self-directed with a service mindset.

Travel

• 100% within your local market.
• Limited overnight trips, primarily for onboarding/training.

Physical demands

• Extended work during urgent situations (including overtime).
• Lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders and stairs up to two stories (ladder safety training provided; roof access ladders onsite; minimal van loading of large ladders).
• Frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Prolonged standing/walking on various surfaces.
• Frequent use of arms, wrists, and hands with tools/machinery.
• Indoor/outdoor work in changing weather.

Tools and technologies

• HVAC Systems
• Refrigeration/Cooling Systems

Preferred proficiencies

• HVAC/R Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification
• HVAC Maintenance
• HVAC Troubleshooting
• HVAC Repair
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Compensation and benefits

Competitive pay plus a full range of benefits, including health care, paid time off, and 401(k). Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Equal opportunity and compliance

Colliers provides equal employment opportunities to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [email protected] for assistance.