Food Service and Vending Technician

What You'll Do Keep Equipment Running Perform routine maintenance on food service and vending equipmentTroubleshoot equipment problems and determine appropriate solutionsMake repairs when possible and safely within your level of trainingIdentify equipment that requires additional service or outside repairTest equipment after repairs or adjustmentsHelp minimize equipment downtimeMaintain equipment in safe, clean, and working conditionKeep accurate records of maintenance and repairs Support Vending Operations Maintain, troubleshoot, and service vending machines and related equipmentAssist with vending machine installations, moves, and replacementsHelp diagnose issues with refrigeration, payment systems, lighting, controls, and other vending componentsAssist with stocking or operational issues when neededRespond to service calls and equipment concernsCommunicate equipment issues to the appropriate manager or operations teamHelp ensure vending equipment provides a positive customer experience Support Food Service Operations Troubleshoot and maintain equipment used in cafs, kitchens, markets, and other food service locationsAssist with equipment installation and setupSupport kitchen and caf teams when equipment issues ariseHelp maintain equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, warming equipment, beverage equipment, smallwares, and other food service equipmentIdentify potential equipment problems before they become larger operational issuesWork with managers and vendors to coordinate repairs when needed Install, Move & Set Up Equipment Assist with delivery and installation of new equipmentSafely move equipment and supplies between locationsAssist with equipment setup and placementVerify equipment is operating properly after installationFollow manufacturer and APEX proceduresCoordinate with operations teams to minimize disruption to customers and employees Troubleshoot & Solve Problems We need someone who enjoys figuring things out. Why You'll Love Working at APEX Work in both food service and vending operationsNo two days are exactly the sameGet hands-on experience with a variety of equipment and systemsWork independently while being part of a supportive teamVisit different APEX locations and work with different teamsBuild valuable technical, maintenance, and troubleshooting skillsOpportunities for cross-training and professional growthWork in a professional corporate environmentBe part of a company that values people, quality, safety, teamwork, and getting the job done right Position Overview As a Food Service & Vending Technician, you'll play an important role in keeping APEX locations operating safely and efficiently.

Keep Things Running. Solve Problems. Support Great Food Service. APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is a premier corporate dining, food service, and vending companyand we're growing! We're looking for a dependable, hands-on, and technically minded Food Service & Vending Technician to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, troubleshooting problems, and keeping equipment and operations running smoothly. You'll work across our food service and vending operations, helping maintain, repair, install, and support the equipment our teams rely on every day. If you're a problem solver who likes variety, enjoys working independently, and takes pride in getting the job done right, we'd love to meet you! Why You'll Love Working at APEX Work in both food service and vending operationsNo two days are exactly the sameGet hands-on experience with a variety of equipment and systemsWork independently while being part of a supportive teamVisit different APEX locations and work with different teamsBuild valuable technical, maintenance, and troubleshooting skillsOpportunities for cross-training and professional growthWork in a professional corporate environmentBe part of a company that values people, quality, safety, teamwork, and getting the job done right Position Overview As a Food Service & Vending Technician, you'll play an important role in keeping APEX locations operating safely and efficiently. You'll troubleshoot and address equipment issues, perform routine maintenance, assist with installations and equipment moves, and help our food service and vending teams keep their operations running. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys diagnosing problems and finding solutions. You'll work with a variety of equipment and will need to be comfortable learning new systems and technologies. You'll also interact with APEX employees, managers, customers, vendors, and client contacts, so professionalism and strong communication skills are important. What You'll Do Keep Equipment Running Perform routine maintenance on food service and vending equipmentTroubleshoot equipment problems and determine appropriate solutionsMake repairs when possible and safely within your level of trainingIdentify equipment that requires additional service or outside repairTest equipment after repairs or adjustmentsHelp minimize equipment downtimeMaintain equipment in safe, clean, and working conditionKeep accurate records of maintenance and repairs Support Vending Operations Maintain, troubleshoot, and service vending machines and related equipmentAssist with vending machine installations, moves, and replacementsHelp diagnose issues with refrigeration, payment systems, lighting, controls, and other vending componentsAssist with stocking or operational issues when neededRespond to service calls and equipment concernsCommunicate equipment issues to the appropriate manager or operations teamHelp ensure vending equipment provides a positive customer experience Support Food Service Operations Troubleshoot and maintain equipment used in cafs, kitchens, markets, and other food service locationsAssist with equipment installation and setupSupport kitchen and caf teams when equipment issues ariseHelp maintain equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, warming equipment, beverage equipment, smallwares, and other food service equipmentIdentify potential equipment problems before they become larger operational issuesWork with managers and vendors to coordinate repairs when needed Install, Move & Set Up Equipment Assist with delivery and installation of new equipmentSafely move equipment and supplies between locationsAssist with equipment setup and placementVerify equipment is operating properly after installationFollow manufacturer and APEX proceduresCoordinate with operations teams to minimize disruption to customers and employees Troubleshoot & Solve Problems We need someone who enjoys figuring things out. Investigate equipment problems and determine possible causesUse logical troubleshooting techniques to identify issuesResearch equipment information and operating procedures when neededCommunicate problems and recommended solutions clearlyKnow when an issue requires specialized service or a vendorFollow up to make sure problems are resolvedLook for ways to prevent recurring equipment issues Keep Things Safe & Compliant Safety comes first at APEX. Follow all APEX safety policies and proceduresFollow manufacturer instructions and equipment safety requirementsUse tools and equipment safelyMaintain clean and organized work areasProperly handle electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and other equipment within your training and authorizationReport unsafe equipment or conditions immediatelyFollow applicable food safety and sanitation requirementsMaintain a safe environment for employees and customers Provide Great Customer Service The technician is often the person employees and customers see when something isn't working. Respond professionally and courteously to service requestsCommunicate clearly with caf, vending, and operations teamsKeep managers informed about equipment issues and repair statusMinimize disruption to customers and employeesRepresent APEX professionally at client locationsTake ownership of problems and follow through until they are resolved Maintain Tools, Parts & Supplies Maintain an organized inventory of tools, parts, and suppliesKeep service vehicles and work areas clean and organizedTrack parts and materials used for repairsCommunicate when replacement parts or supplies are neededProperly care for company tools and equipmentHelp maintain accurate service and inventory records Be Part of the Team Work closely with operations, culinary, vending, warehouse, and management teamsAssist other departments when neededShare knowledge and help team members understand equipment operationCross-train in different areas of APEX operationsBe willing to learn new equipment, technology, and systemsMaintain a positive, professional, can-do attitude What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is dependable, mechanically minded, resourceful, and ready to solve problems. The ideal candidate is: Hands-on and enjoys working with tools and equipmentDependable and punctualA strong problem solverMechanically inclined and comfortable troubleshooting equipmentDetail-oriented and organizedComfortable working independentlyAble to prioritize multiple service requestsComfortable communicating with employees, managers, customers, and vendorsSafety-conscious and committed to following proceduresAble to learn new equipment, technology, and systemsComfortable working in different locations and environmentsProfessional and customer-service orientedWilling to jump in and help wherever neededPrevious maintenance, vending, food service equipment, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, or facilities experience is preferredTechnical training, trade school, or relevant certifications are a plusPrevious experience with vending equipment is a plus