Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

Location: 8525 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM | Status: Full-time, non-exempt, 40 or more hours per week | Pay: $30 /hour, DOE | Schedule: Monday – Friday rotating weekends, with some travel required | Benefits: PTO, 401(k) with match, health & disability insurance, gym discounts, and more!

At Dion's, we believe in quality, community, and creating spaces where both our customers and employees feel at home. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician to join our Albuquerque team, ensuring our Dion's and Tula's locations are well-maintained and operating at their best. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience working with commercial hot and cold kitchen equipment, small refrigeration, and food service systems.

Position Overview:

As a Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician, you will play a key role in keeping our restaurants operating smoothly and safely. You'll be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment, including hot-side and cold-side equipment and small refrigeration systems.

What you'll do:

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, ranges, fryers, steamers, warmers, refrigeration units, and ice machines.
• Diagnose and repair hot-side and cold-side equipment, including small refrigeration and HVAC-adjacent systems.
• Respond to service calls efficiently, accurately, and with a strong sense of urgency to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration-related issues in restaurant environments.

What you'll need:

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in HVAC maintenance, repair, and installation preferred.
• Hands-on experience with commercial kitchen equipment (hot and cold equipment; small refrigeration strongly preferred).
• Technical training or certification in HVAC, refrigeration, or commercial foodservice equipment preferred.
• A clean driving record and a current, valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical examination.

What you'll get:

• Competitive pay starting from $30/hour, with final pay based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Work-life balance.
• Opportunities for growth.

Why Work for Dion's?

Dion's Pizza was founded in 1978 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Over 45 years, the company has grown to 28 stores, employs more than 2,000, and has locations in New Mexico, Colorado and Texas. Dion's provides great food and a place for people to relax and connect with family and friends. We offer ease, simplicity and connection amidst the hustle and bustle of busy lives. We hold ourselves to an expectation of authenticity and excellence. Our employees, customers, and community members are partners in our success. The Facilities team is a central part of the greater Dion's operation. We strive to provide a safe, cooperative, and rewarding teamwork environment for all our employees.