Kitchen Mechanic; BELL Gardens, CA.

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Parkwest Bicycle Casino is seeking to add a new team member to the Engineering Department. We are seeking a Kitchen Mechanic who will perform preventive maintenance, repairs and installation of industrial and commercial refrigeration systems equipment. Repairs, installs and services stoves, refrigerators, dishwashing machines, and other electrical household or commercial appliances throughout the facility by performing the duties outlined below.

• Performs preventive maintenance on refrigerators, ice machines and freezers.
• Repairs, installs and services stoves, refrigerators, dishwashing machines, and other electrical household or commercial appliances as needed. May assist in making recommendations on alternative solutions for repair or purchase.
• Lays out reference points for installation of structural and functional components, using measuring instruments such as tape, transits, plumb bobs, levels and squares.
• Examines appliance during operating cycle to detect excess vibration, overheating, fluid leaks, and loose parts.
• Replaces worn or defective parts, such as switches, pumps, bearings, transmissions, belts, gears, blowers and defective wiring.
• Maintains, repairs and troubleshoots package units, reciprocating compressors, pneumatic controls, refrigerators and ice machines.
• Dismantles malfunctioning systems and tests components using electrical, mechanical and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining kitchen hoods and exhaust systems.
• Performs general maintenance duties as needed and ensures proper and economical use of equipment, supplies and facility.
• Ensures that assigned work area is maintained in a safe condition.
• Assists in orientation and training of new staff members or temporary workers.
• Must be able to pass mandatory screening including a background check and drug test.
• Able to work full-time with flexibility for weekends and evenings; able to work varied shifts and schedules.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members and work independently or within a team.
• Requires strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree (A.S) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in HVAC, A/C and refrigeration and/or EPA license required.
• Experience:
  
  Two to five (2-5) years of experience in a maintenance or mechanical repair role (specific to commercial kitchens is ideal). Experience with tools and diagnostic equipment.

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, move and/or carry tools, supplies, and inventory up to 50 pounds.
• Able to regularly stand, walk and use hands to finger, handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Regularly required to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms and/or legs.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in smoking environment areas.
• Must be able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodation.

Parkwest Casino is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hair styles), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding Team Member wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

USD $25.00/Hr.
USD $32.00/Hr.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Gambling Facilities and Casinos