| Location | Key West, FL |
Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician- Florida Keys
Location Requirement- Please Read Before Applying
This position is open exclusively to candidates who currently live in the Florida Keys. Applicants may reside anywhere within the Keys; however, candidates located in Miami, Homestead, or elsewhere on the Florida mainland will not be considered.
Horizon Bradco, a Smart Care affiliate, provides commercial foodservice equipment repair and maintenance throughout the East Coast. We are growing our service team in the Florida Keys and are looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who are interested in building a long-term career as a service technician.
Prior commercial kitchen equipment experience is helpful, but it is not required. If you have experience working with HVAC, refrigeration, appliances, electrical systems, automotive equipment, general maintenance, or another mechanical trade-or you simply have strong mechanical aptitude and are eager to learn-we encourage you to apply.
We provide hands-on training, technical support, company equipment, and opportunities to earn industry certifications while you work.
What's in It for You
Comprehensive on-the-job training and ongoing technical support
Hands-on instruction from experienced technicians
Opportunities to earn professional CFESA certifications
Company-provided service vehicle, fuel card, tablet, and cell phone for business use
Competitive benefits, including a 401(k) plan and paid time off
Opportunities to advance into senior technician and management roles
A stable career with a growing national service organization
What You'll Do
Travel to customer locations throughout the Florida Keys to service and repair commercial kitchen equipment
Troubleshoot and repair equipment such as commercial cooking appliances, refrigeration units, dishwashing and ware-washing equipment, and other foodservice systems
Use diagrams, schematics, training resources, and technical support to diagnose equipment issues
Communicate with manufacturers and internal technical support teams when assistance is needed
Install replacement parts and verify that equipment is operating properly
Explain completed repairs and service recommendations clearly and professionally to customers
Complete work orders, time records, receipts, and inventory documentation accurately and on time
Maintain an organized company service vehicle, including assigned tools and parts
Follow all company safety procedures and professional service standards
Participate in an emergency on-call rotation that may include nights and weekends
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Mechanical aptitude and an interest in troubleshooting and repairing equipment
Basic comfort using hand tools, tablets, and mobile technology
Dependability and the ability to work independently after training
Strong customer-service and communication skills
Willingness to learn and participate in ongoing technical training
Ability to participate in an emergency on-call rotation
Availability for occasional overnight travel, if assigned
Current residence within the Florida Keys
Helpful, but Not Required
Experience or training in any of the following areas is a plus:
Appliance or equipment repair
HVAC or refrigeration
Electrical or mechanical maintenance
Automotive, diesel, marine, or industrial repair
Plumbing or facilities maintenance
Commercial cooking or foodservice equipment
Military mechanical or technical work
EPA, CFESA, or other trade certifications
Physical Requirements
Ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds
Ability to work around moving mechanical parts, heated surfaces, open flames, pressurized steam, liquids, and electrical equipment
Ability to work in damp, humid, hot, or freezing environments
Ability to work from ladders, rooftops, and other elevated areas when required
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Smart Care
Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold-storage equipment. Our comprehensive mechanical services include commercial cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage equipment, complex rack refrigeration, and HVAC systems.
If you are mechanically inclined, dependable, and ready to learn a skilled trade, we want to hear from you.
About Smart Care
Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.
Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care's application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.