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Welcome to SVA’s jobs portal, your one-stop shop for finding the most up to date source of employment opportunities. We have partnered with the National Labor Exchange to provide you this information. You may be looking for part-time employment to supplement your income while you are in school. You might be looking for an internship to add experience to your resume. And you may be completing your training ready to start a new career. This site has all of those types of jobs.

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Joseph T. Berrena Mechanicals Service Technician in Altoona, Pennsylvania

We are looking for an experienced Technician with 5 years of experience to efficiently undertake a variety of tasks ranging from fixing commercial kitchen equipment to gas and refrigeration plumbing. A successful Technician must have a thorough knowledge of hydraulic systems. They are patient individuals with a practical mind and manual dexterity able to work efficiently with great attention to detail. The goal is to install and maintain well-functioning systems that are commonly found in commercial kitchens across a variety of restaurants.

Responsibilities

  • Read blueprints and drawings to understand or plan the layout of kitchen equipment and refrigeration
  • Cut, assemble and install pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure (e.g. electrical wiring)
  • Locate and repair issues with gas and refrigeration systems (e.g. leaks)
  • Repair or replace broken line sets and gas lines
  • Repair common kitchen equipment
  • Install and maintain gas and liquid heating systems (air-conditioning units, radiators, etc.)
  • Proven experience as a kitchen technician
  • Solid understanding of commercial and industrial buildings
  • Working knowledge of gas refrigeration in accordance with flow exhaust systems as well as appliance exhausts
  • Ability to handle tools and equipment manifold gauges, refrigerants
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Friendly with a great deal of patience
  • Good physical condition and strength with the ability to work in awkward spaces
  • High school diploma, GED and equivalent required diploma or certification from a trade school, or successful completion of apprenticeship
  • Valid license to practice profession (not required)

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid time off

Compensation and Scheduled Overview

  • Hourly wage based on experience
  • Company pays overtime rate after 40 hours per week
  • Company paid lodging
  • Excellent Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance coverage upon 90 days of service
  • Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave upon 90 days of service
  • Retirement plan offered upon 1 year of service
  • Schedule is Monday-Friday
  • Average 40 hours a week
  • Proctoring of inhouse certification
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