Hot Side Service Technician

At Midwest Equipment Company, we've proudly been a trusted leader in commercial food service equipment since 1993. With a strong presence across the Midwest, we serve a six-state region including Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and parts of Arkansas and Tennessee. Backed by a dedicated team of over 100 skilled professionals, we're committed to delivering top-tier equipment and service that keep kitchens cooking and soft serve flowing!

We're currently seeking an experienced Hot Side Service Technician to join our growing team in the Greater St. Louis area. In this role, you'll be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing commercial cooking equipment, including ovens, fryers, steamers, microwave systems, and flat-top grills at customer locations. You'll also perform preventative maintenance (PM) inspections, respond to emergency service calls, complete service paperwork, and communicate with customers and our team to ensure timely, effective service. This position offers a Tuesday–Saturday schedule with NO on-call duties. If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Love About Working At MEC:

• Competitive Pay: Up to $26.00 per hour to start (Based on Experience), with overtime opportunities
• Consistent Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday daytime hours. NO On-Call Rotation!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - become a part-owner of the company!
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off & Holidays
• Company Vehicle Provided: Climate-controlled, fully equipped service van dispatched from your home
• Uniforms Provided
• Annual Footwear Allowance
• Paid Training & Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive Work Environment: We believe in mutual respect and treating our employees like family - because they are!

Ideal Candidate:

• 2+ years previous experience servicing commercial cooking equipment
• Strong electrical, electronic, and mechanical skills
• Experience servicing fryers, ovens, steamers, microwave systems, and flat-top grills strongly preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and organizational skills
• Professional personal appearance
• Successful completion of a background check
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets company safety standards
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Technical school training and/or EPA Universal Card is a plus!
• Ability to work alone and with others

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Midwest Equipment Company values diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic.