What are the responsibilities and job description for the Remote Commercial Food Equipment Service Technician - Butte position at Montana Food Equipment?
Montana Food Equipment is looking for a dependable, mechanically skilled Service Technician to join our growing team in Butte.
We are a Montana-based commercial food-equipment service and sales company serving customers throughout the state. Our technicians work on a wide variety of equipment, including commercial refrigeration, ice machines, ovens, dishwashers, mixers, slicers, steam equipment, cooking equipment, food-preparation equipment, and more.
We support restaurants, grocery stores, hospitals, schools, hotels, institutional kitchens, and other commercial facilities. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, working independently, and seeing something different every day.
Compensation
- $25–$35 per hour, depending on experience
- Full-time employment
- Pay issued every two weeks
- Overtime and after-hours work paid according to company policy
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, install, and maintain commercial food-service equipment
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, gas, plumbing, and refrigeration systems
- Perform preventive-maintenance inspections
- Communicate clearly with customers regarding equipment problems and repairs
- Complete service documentation accurately and promptly
- Maintain an organized company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory
- Participate in manufacturer and technical training
- Work independently while supporting the rest of the service team
- Participate in the rotating on-call schedule
- Travel within the assigned service area as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Commercial refrigeration or HVAC/R experience is strongly preferred
- EPA Section 608 certification is preferred
- Previous commercial food-equipment service experience is a plus
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
- Ability to read wiring diagrams and equipment manuals
- Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
- Professional communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to safely lift and move tools, parts, and equipment associated with the position
We are willing to consider candidates from refrigeration, HVAC, appliance repair, electrical, mechanical, or other related service backgrounds. The right attitude, mechanical ability, dependability, and willingness to learn matter just as much as having experience with every type of equipment.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Company-provided service vehicle
- Company phone and necessary technology
- Health and dental benefit options
- Paid technical and manufacturer training
- Opportunities to earn additional certifications
- Support from an experienced service, parts, and dispatch team
- Exposure to a broad range of commercial equipment and manufacturers
- Long-term growth opportunities with an expanding Montana company
Montana Food Equipment has technicians positioned throughout Montana and continues to expand its service capabilities, manufacturer partnerships, and refrigeration division. We are looking for someone who wants more than just another job—we want a technician who takes pride in their work and wants to build a long-term career with our team.
To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief description of your relevant service, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or refrigeration experience.
Montana Food Equipment
Helena, Montana
montanafoodequipment.com
Montana Food Equipment is an equal-opportunity employer.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Tools provided
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $25 - $35