Professional Resume Template for
Kitchen Equipment Technician
Austin K. Miller
Dallas, TX
(214) 555-0154
austin.miller@email.com
linkedin.com/in/austin-miller-tech | austinmillerektech.com
Professional Summary
Precision-focused Kitchen Equipment Technician with 5 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and installing commercial food service and hot-side/cold-side kitchen equipment. Expertise includes commercial gas, electric, steam cooking appliances, commercial dishwashers, and refrigeration units. Successfully resolved 1,500+ service calls while maintaining a 93% first-time fix rate and reducing equipment downtime by 24% across commercial kitchens. Proficient with digital multimeters, refrigerant recovery systems, smart kitchen control boards, and HVAC/R diagnostic tools.
Work Experience
Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician — Texas Foodservice Equipment Services
Dallas, TX | July 2023 – Present
- Diagnosed, serviced, and repaired 550+ commercial kitchen assets annually, including combi ovens, fryers, griddles, dishwashers, and walk-in coolers.
- Maintained a 93.5% first-time fix rate on all work orders, exceeding the team target of 87% by developing systematic diagnostic workflows.
- Managed refrigerant recovery and system charging for 80+ cold-side systems in compliance with EPA Section 608 guidelines, preventing any leaks.
- Optimized service route planning and inventory log using ServiceTitan, reducing travel time by 18% and inventory discrepancy by 15%.
Kitchen Equipment Technician — Metroplex Restaurant Supply & Repair
Fort Worth, TX | June 2021 – June 2023
- Completed maintenance and emergency repairs on 400+ food service appliances for restaurants, school cafeterias, and hotel kitchens.
- Resolved complex electrical issues on control boards and thermostats, reducing average diagnostic time by 20 minutes per call.
- Coordinated with 5 major OEM parts distributors to source components, reducing equipment downtime by 25% for key commercial accounts.
- Conducted preventive maintenance inspections on 60+ commercial kitchens, increasing customer contract renewal rates by 12%.
Education
Associate of Applied Science in HVAC/R Technology
Dallas College · Dallas, TX · 2021
Skills
Electrical diagnostics, Mechanical repair, Plumbing, Gas line safety, Thermocouple replacement, Sealed systems, EPA Section 608, Combi oven diagnostics, Commercial dishwashers, Steam equipment, Preventive maintenance, Wiring diagrams, OEM parts sourcing, ServiceTitan, Customer relations, Troubleshooting
Projects
High-Volume Cafeteria Equipment Installation
Role: Lead Installer
Tools: Manifold Gauges, Multimeter, Pipe Cutter, ServiceTitan
Installed and tested 35 commercial kitchen appliances in a new school cafeteria, completing the project 3 days ahead of schedule.
Walk-in Cooler Sealed System Refurbishment
Role: Refrigeration Technician
Tools: Recovery Pump, Vacuum Pump, Brazing Torch, EPA 608 Tools
Overhauled 8 commercial refrigeration systems, replacing compressors and filters to improve cooling efficiency by 15%.
Certifications
- EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (2021)
- CFESA Certified Technician (Gas, Steam, and Electrical) (2022)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native)
- Driver's License: Valid Clean TX Class C License
- Availability: 2 weeks notice for transition
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Kitchen Equipment Technician
Job Market Insights
$48,000
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$75,000
Avg:
$61,000
Growth Outlook:
The employment of commercial food service equipment technicians is expected to see steady demand of 5% growth over the next decade. As restaurants, hotels, and schools upgrade to energy-efficient and smart IoT-connected kitchen appliances, technicians with specialized electrical and diagnostic skills will be in high demand. The need to maintain health code standards and prevent operational downtime ensures consistent job opportunities.
5% growth over 10 years
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