What are the responsibilities and job description for the Refrigeration Technician position at Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza?
Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza - 35 W 5th St. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Refrigeration/Kitchen Mechanic to join our hotel’s engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting refrigeration and kitchen equipment to ensure optimal performance and guest satisfaction. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that the hotel’s kitchen and refrigeration systems operate efficiently, providing a safe and reliable environment for our culinary staff.
BENEFITS
- FREE Meal!!!
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short Term Disability
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Vacation, Sick Days
- Hilton Team Member Travel Discount!
- Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Accident Insurance
- and much more!
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Refrigeration Systems Maintenance:
- Perform regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on refrigeration units, ice machines, walk-in coolers, and freezers to ensure proper functioning.
- Kitchen Equipment Maintenance:
Maintain and repair kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, dishwashers, fryers, and mixers, ensuring that all equipment operates safely and efficiently.
- Troubleshooting & Diagnostics:
Identify issues in refrigeration and kitchen equipment and resolve them quickly to minimize downtime, using troubleshooting tools and methods.Assist with the installation and setup of new kitchen/refrigeration and HVAC equipment as required.Ensure that all maintenance work complies with safety standards, codes, and regulations. Maintain knowledge of industry standards, and stay updated on best practices in refrigeration and kitchen equipment.Maintain accurate records of all maintenance work, repairs, and parts used. Track scheduled maintenance and repairs.Respond to emergency service requests for refrigeration or kitchen equipment breakdowns, particularly during peak hours.Work closely with other hotel departments (e.g., kitchen staff, housekeeping, and management) to ensure equipment downtime is minimized and service disruptions are avoided.Requirements:
- Installation of New Equipment:
- Safety & Compliance:
- Record Keeping:
- Emergency Response:
- Collaboration with Hotel Team:
- Universal HVAC Certification.
- Minimum 5 years of experience.
- Must have hotel or restaurant experience.
- Must have own tools.
- Must be willing to work day shift and have weekend availability.
- Must help the team with guest calls as needed.
- High school diploma required.
- College degree or trade school preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
- Are you available to work weekends and holidays?
- Were you referred by a current employee, if so what is their name?
- Are there any days of the week that you are not able to work?
- What is your expected salary requirements?
Experience:
- HVAC/R: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31 - $33
