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Entry Level Service Technician (LA, Shreveport)
LA, Shreveport
Job Description: Service Technician
Department: Maintenance
Schedule: Monday through Friday.
About the Role
Five Star Breaktime Solutions is a premier provider of away-from-home convenience services, committed to delivering innovative breaktime solutions that enhance customer experiences.
We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on vending and breaktime equipment.This role is ideal for a mechanically inclined, safety-focused technician who excels at diagnosing issues, repairing equipment, and building strong customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine and complex maintenance, repairs, and cleaning on vending and breaktime equipment at customer locations.
Inspect equipment visually and audibly to diagnose malfunctions and determine root causes.
Dismantle machines and components to access and repair problem areas.
Maintain accurate inventory of machine parts on the service vehicle and within the warehouse.
Complete service calls efficiently and perform additional duties as assigned when not on calls.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including proper care of company vehicles.
Deliver exceptional customer service by communicating effectively with client-site employees.
Ensure all work adheres to safety policies, DOT regulations, and company standards.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or technical training strongly preferred.
General mechanical and electrical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with HVAC and/or refrigeration systems preferred.
Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and up to 100 pounds occasionally; frequent bending, reaching, and stooping required.
Must be at least 21 years old per DOT requirements.
Valid driver's license with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card.
Ability to drive company box trucks and service vehicles.
Able to work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Why Join Five Star?
Competitive hourly pay, $18.50-$22.00 per hour, based on experience.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (individual and family coverage).
Voluntary FSA, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability options.
Seven paid holidays and five paid days off annually (PTO increases to 10 days after one year of service).
Opportunity to support our 501(c)3 charity, Feeding the Future, Inc., which provides over 500,000 meals annually to children in need.
EEO Statement
Five Star Breaktime Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Location - LA, Shreveport - LA - 3210 Stagecoach Road
In less than 20 years, Five Star Food Service has grown into one of the largest full-line vending, micro market, office coffee service and food services providers in the United States. We are a dominant presence across the Southeast, including Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama. Our business philosophy is anchored in the traditional principles of integrity, quality, and customer focus. We work hard and pride ourselves on providing our customers with the food and refreshment solutions that meet their exact needs while delivering their employees and guests a delicious, satisfying experience. Simply put, we believe in keeping our customers’ needs at the center of our attention.