CFESA Master Tech- Commercial Kitchen Service Technician

Horizon Food Equipment, Inc

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US-Remote Worker-Virginia US - Virginia - Richmond remote Until 9/8/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 10, 2026 Last posted July 10, 2026
Job description

    CFESA Master Tech Needed

    Commercial Kitchen Equipment Service Technician
    Richmond, VA

    Join a growing team providing service and repair solutions for commercial kitchens, restaurants, and hospitality customers. This role offers extensive training, career growth opportunities, and the tools needed to succeed in the field.

    What’s Offered:

    • Company service vehicle, fuel card, tablet, and cell phone
    • Paid training, hands-on technical development, and manufacturer support
    • CFESA certification opportunities and career advancement
    • Competitive benefits package including 401(k) and PTO

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial food service equipment including:
      • Cooking equipment
      • Refrigeration systems
      • Ware-washing equipment
      • Specialty kitchen equipment
    • Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation
    • Communicate with manufacturers and technical support teams for troubleshooting assistance
    • Complete installations, repairs, service documentation, and inventory management
    • Provide excellent customer service while partnering with restaurant and hospitality managers

    Requirements:

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
      • Commercial refrigeration
      • Appliance repair
      • HVAC
      • Commercial kitchen equipment
      • Related mechanical/technical fields
    • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
    • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
    • Ability to participate in an on-call rotation (nights/weekends)
    • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work in various environments including heat, cold, and around electrical/mechanical equipment

    Preferred:

    • EPA certification
    • CFESA certification
    • Technical training or military mechanical experience


    About Smart Care

    Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

    Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.

    About this role

    Summary

    Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot commercial kitchen equipment with technical skills in refrigeration, HVAC, and appliances.

    Job title

    CFESA Master Tech- Commercial Kitchen Service Technician

    Experience level

    2+ years

    Minimum experience

    2+ years exp

    Industry

    mechanical services

    Location requirements

    remote work in Virginia, USA; on-site options possible

    Salary

    Not specified

    Visa sponsorship

    H-1B sponsor history

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    mechanical aptitudetroubleshootingdriver's license

    Preferred skills

    EPA certificationCFESA certificationtechnical training

    Specializations

    refrigerationappliance repairHVACkitchen equipment
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Unknown location

    Remote

    Richmond, VA, USA

    On-site City