Electrical Technician

Job Summary

The technician works closely with kitchen operations to minimize equipment downtime and maintain uninterrupted food service.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and commission commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, grills, steamers, dishwashers, refrigeration units, mixers, and other food service equipment.
• Install electrical wiring, conduits, breakers, switches, outlets, and control panels required for kitchen equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, wiring schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Verify proper electrical connections, voltage, grounding, and equipment functionality before commissioning.
• Ensure all installations comply with electrical codes, manufacturer specifications, and workplace safety standards.

• Diagnose electrical and control system faults in kitchen equipment using testing instruments such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and circuit analyzers.
• Repair or replace defective electrical components, including motors, heating elements, relays, contactors, thermostats, sensors, timers, switches, transformers, and circuit boards.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Respond promptly to emergency equipment breakdowns to minimize operational disruptions.
• Test repaired equipment to verify proper operation before returning it to service.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on commercial kitchen equipment according to maintenance plans.
• Inspect electrical wiring, terminals, connectors, motors, heating elements, and control systems for wear or damage.
• Clean electrical components and ensure proper calibration of equipment controls where applicable.
• Lubricate mechanical components as required and replace worn electrical parts before failure.
• Maintain maintenance records, service reports, and equipment history.

• Follow electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company safety policies.
• Ensure equipment is properly grounded and protected against electrical hazards.
• Comply with local electrical regulations, occupational health and safety standards, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Report unsafe equipment conditions and recommend corrective actions.

• Complete work orders, maintenance logs, inspection reports, and repair documentation accurately.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff and supervisors to schedule maintenance activities with minimal operational impact.
• Recommend equipment upgrades, replacement parts, and preventive maintenance improvements.
• Maintain an inventory of electrical tools, spare parts, and maintenance materials.