Technician, SNS Equipment

Technician, SNS Equipment Hillsborough County Public Schools

Tampa:

SNS Maintenance - Tampa, Florida This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education Job Details

Job ID:

5619736

Application Deadline:

Apr 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted:

Mar 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description Contact Zachary Tinsley at 813-605-5124 or zachary.tinsley@hcps.net.

Summary:

The Technician, Student Nutrition Services Equipment, will inspect, repair, and maintain commercial food service appliances and equipment utilized within a food service facility. The Technician, Student Nutrition Services Equipment, is a non-OTETA (Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act) position and complies with the district's Safe Driver Plan.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district's vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:

• Repairs malfunctioning food service equipment.
• Operates and properly utilizes testing and calibration equipment required to maintain gas, electric, and steam food service equipment.
• Performs documented preventative maintenance on an annual basis as directed by a supervisor or crew leader.
• Maintains logs and records of equipment service dates.
• Assists in the preparation of parts ordering information on individual pieces of equipment requiring repair. When directed, appropriately corresponds with suppliers and Student Nutrition Services personnel to assure that repair parts are received in a timely manner.
• Assists in the installation of new replacement food service equipment and assists in making the final connection to utilities, including water (hot and cold), and power systems.
• Helps to develop and apply all appropriate safety measures and practices related to food service equipment maintenance.
• Works independently or in a team environment when assigned by a supervisor. Assists in setting equipment maintenance priorities.
• Maintains a working general knowledge of both food service industry technology advancements as well as all updates to governmental codes and regulations.
• Attends training required by the district to keep abreast of industry advancements and provide on the job training of subordinates upon completion of all training courses.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district. Other information:

Dependability:

Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Quality:

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Teamwork:

Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests.

Quantity:

Meets productivity standards. Completes work in timely manner. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly. Achieves established goals.

Safety & Security:

Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Education:

A high school diploma, vocational, or GED certificate. Degree or formal training in food service equipment repair and maintenance field is preferred.

Experience:

Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in food service equipment repairs in the plumbing, electrical and appliance repair field, with one (1) year of related management or supervisory experience required.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

Possession of a valid Florida Class E driver's license and comply with district's Safe Driver Plan.

Language Skills:

Reads and interprets general business and professional journals, technical procedures, or regulations. Writes reports, correspondence, and manuals. Effectively presents and responds to questions from managers and the public.

Mathematical Skills:

Calculates figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Applies concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities:

Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.

Lifting Demands:

Up to 55 pounds; over 55 pounds must be 2 person or assisted lift.

Reaching Activities:

Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions:

Noise Intensity:

4, loud; extreme cold, extreme heat, wet/humid, work with cleaning chemicals - wear eye protection, vibration/impact, work with or near heavy equipment, proximity to moving mechanical parts, exposure to electrical shock, and working in high exposed places.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility for interview requires the successful passing of a written and/or physical test verifying knowledge of basic terms and/or tools and their use.

Position Type:

Full-time