Whaley Foodservice

Commercial kitchen equipment service and parts

Preventative Maintenance Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeShreveport, LA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

Hands-on electrical and mechanical experience.
For refrigeration work, hands-on work experience and any certifications or licensing required by the state.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass a satisfactory background check and drug screening.
Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets the company's safety standards.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including overnight and weekends, to meet customer needs.
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.
Must be able to perform repeated bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and climbing ladders.
Must be able to travel extensively each day to work sites, with possible weekend and night assignments.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on gas-, electric-, water-, refrigeration-, and steam-powered commercial kitchen and HVAC equipment.
Complete required paperwork for every job, including parts orders, work orders, and timesheets, in a timely manner.
Communicate professionally with customers about required repairs and repair status.
Use appropriate repair tools, including hand tools and power tools.
Monitor truck stock to ensure required parts are stocked on the vehicle.
Maintain the service vehicle, tools, and uniforms.

Description

***HIRING IMMEDIATELY!!!****

***Sign On Bonus Available for Qualified Service Technicians***

Whaley Foodservice, LLC is one of the largest commercial kitchen equipment repair service companies in the Southeast comprised of over 600 employees located across 31 geographically dispersed locations.

Visit "Whaley Careers" to find your place to grow.
www.whaleyfoodservice.com/careers

Pay Rate: $17.00-21.00/hour*

WE OFFER:

Competitive Salary & On-call Pay
Company Vehicle & Cell Phone
Uniforms Provided
Meters & Test Equipment
Continuing Education
Industry Certification
401k & Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Medical & Dental Benefits
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability Insurance (company paid)
Life Insurance (company paid)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Preventive maintenance of gas, electric, water, refrigeration and steam powered commercial kitchen and HVAC equipment.
Complete required paperwork for every job (parts order, work order, timesheet) on a timely basis.
Communicate professionally with customer regarding required repairs and status.
Use proper tools for repair, including hand tools and power tools.
Monitor truck stock to insure required parts are stocked on vehicle.
Maintain service vehicle, tools and uniforms.

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Hands-on electrical and mechanical experience.
Ability to work independently
If expected to work in refrigeration – hands-on work experience and necessary certifications or licensing as required by state.
High level of accuracy.
Strong attention to detail.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.* *
Ability to independently.* *
Good driving record.*

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work flexible hours and or overnight/weekends to meet customer needs.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs; frequently lift and/or move up to 100 lbs; and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 lbs with assistance.
Repeated bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and climbing up and down ladders.
Extensive daily travel to work site location with possible weekend and night assignments.
Exposure to hot grease from fryers.
Occasional to frequent exertion in high temperature environment (over heated kitchens, rooftops, etc.).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Completion of a satisfactory background check and drug screening is required.
Valid Driver's License and driving record that aligns with our safety standards.

COME HOME TO WHALEY!!

Visit the Whaley career site to find your place to grow.

www.whaleyfoodservice.com/careers

Whaley Foodservice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About the Company

Whaley Foodservice

Commercial kitchen equipment service and parts

Whaley Foodservice provides service and maintenance for commercial kitchen equipment and offers OEM replacement parts through Whaley Parts & Supply. The company supports the foodservice industry with technical expertise, spare parts, and parts sourcing since 1944. It emphasizes dependable customer service and expert support as core capabilities, highlighted by recognition as a top South Carolina company. The key differentiators are its long track record, focus on authentic OEM parts, and a people-first approach to service. The goal is to be a trusted partner that keeps commercial kitchens running smoothly by delivering reliable maintenance, genuine parts, and responsive technical assistance.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Lexington, KY
Founded: 1944

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