Refrigeration Technician; Food Service Equipment Mechanic

Job Title

Refrigeration Technician (Food Service Equipment Mechanic)

Petersburg, Virginia (Fort Lee)

Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Day Shift

$42.94 per hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health & Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical & dependent care)
• 11 paid federal holidays; 10 paid vacation days at start; paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance after 1 year; scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program & wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

• Install, perform preventative maintenance, and repair a wide variety of commercial kitchen equipment including walk‑in refrigerators, freezers, cold bars, dishwashers, conveyors, food disposers, ovens, fryers, grills, steamers, kettles, mixers, and other appliances.
• Add or remove refrigerant fluids when necessary; start system, observe operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjust mechanisms such as valves, controls, and pumps to control level of fluid, pressure, and temperature in system.
• Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components. Replace or adjust defective or worn parts to repair systems.
• Perform regularly scheduled preventative maintenance on appliances.
• Calibrate equipment when necessary.
• Utilize hand tools, test equipment, wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s specification manuals to perform duties; examine appliances during operating cycle to detect excess vibration, overheating, fluid leaks and loose parts, and disassemble appliances and examine mechanical and electrical parts.
• Trace electrical circuits to locate shorts and grounds to adjust contact points and clean parts.
• Replace worn or defective parts, such as switches, pumps, bearings, transmissions, belts, gears, blowers, and defective wiring; repair and adjust appliance motors, reassemble appliances, adjust pulleys, and lubricate moving parts.
• Test water pressure and locate leaks.
• Prepare and maintain related reports, records, and requisitions as required.
• Assist in the inventory of equipment, tools, and parts.
• Responsible for the proper handling, maintenance, use, and accountability of all equipment, tools, and parts to which assigned.
• Adhere to all safety standards.
• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.

• Commute effectively with courtesy and helpful attitude.
• Read, write, and comprehend applicable written and oral instructions.
• Demonstrate ability to multi‑task throughout workday, with constant interruptions.
• Journeyman or Master level HVACR required; 5 years related experience and/or training in maintenance and repair of commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigeration equipment.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking; standing or sitting for several hours; climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.

• Valid State Driver’s license required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance company.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances; background checks will be conducted.
• Access to this federal military installation requires a REAL –compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative (U.S. passport or military ).
• Telework/Remote options not specified.

Represented by Transport Workers Union, Local 527.

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Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. Tessera participates in E‑Verify.

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