Foodservice Technician Apprentice

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TEK Express - New York Regular Full Time Technicians Lynbrook, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Compensation Range: $20–$23/hr

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

At Tech
24, we invest in our technicians so you can focus on what you do best. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

Weekly Pay – Reliable pay, every week

Work-Life Balance – Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and your birthday off

Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage (effective 1st of the month following your date of hire)

Company-Paid Protection – Long-term disability and basic life insurance at no cost to you

Comprehensive Training Opportunities – Advance your skills through manufacturer-certified programs, company training, or a blend of both

Retirement Planning Made Easy – 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential counseling and support for you and your family, including financial and legal resources

As part of the Tek Express team and broader Tech
24 network, the Food service PM Apprentice (Hot Side) will support preventative maintenance on commercial cooking equipment. This is a great opportunity for someone who is mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and interested in developing a career in the commercial food service equipment industry.

This position will focus exclusively on hot-side equipment, including ovens, fryers, steamers, griddles, and warmers. The apprentice will learn preventative maintenance procedures, equipment inspections, basic troubleshooting, and service techniques while working alongside experienced technicians.

Technicians will be responsible for independently commuting to an assigned customer location within the local service area to perform scheduled preventative maintenance. This position is best suited for candidates located within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned worksite.

• Assist with preventative maintenance on commercial cooking equipment, including ovens, fryers, steamers, griddles, and warmers
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, inspecting components, checking gas pressure, and verifying proper equipment operation
• Identify and report signs of equipment wear, damage, or potential system failures
• Support basic troubleshooting and minor repairs under the guidance of experienced technicians
• Learn to inspect mechanical and electrical components and understand equipment operation
• Accurately document service calls, maintenance performed, parts used, and labor hours in the company system
• Maintain organized tools and equipment and ensure proper care of company-provided resources
• Commute independently to the assigned customer location each workday
• Deliver professional and courteous customer service while onsite
• Follow all safety regulations and company policies
• Participate in ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities
• Gradually assume greater responsibility as skills and experience develop

• 0–2 years of related mechanical, HVAC, appliance repair, automotive, or food service equipment experience preferred
• Trade school or technical training is a plus
• Valid driver's license required
• Reliable personal transportation required, as technicians are responsible for getting themselves to and from the assigned work location each workday
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems preferred
• Strong interest in learning a skilled trade and developing…