Appliance Technician I

Appliance Technician I (req5783)

Job Number: req5783

Job Title: Appliance Technician I

Number of Openings: 1

Job/Employment Type: FT

Country: USA

State/Province: New York

City: Niagara Falls

Job Category: Skilled Trades

Career Level: Experienced

Level of Education: High School Diploma/GED

Years of Experience: 4-6 years

Position Description

The Appliance Technician I is responsible for the overall maintenance of the kitchens appliances. Under minimal supervision, performs refrigeration, electrical, electronic and mechanical maintenance work independently on kitchen equipment such as dishwashers, freezers, disposals, pumps, motors, steam kettles, ovens, and compressors. Also involves installation of equipment and performs related work as required. All duties are to be performed within the guidelines of the Seneca Gaming Corporation’s policies and procedures, Internal Control Standards and objectives.

Position Requirements

Education/Experience:

Must be 18 years of age or older upon employment.

High school diploma or equivalent is required and any combination equivalent to five (5) years of experience in the journey-level repairs of kitchen equipment.

Must have knowledge of electrical, plumbing, steam, gas, electronic and refrigeration methods, current technology, principles and practices related to institutional kitchens. Kitchen maintenance and repair, including circuit tracing and troubleshooting skills related to electric motors, pumps, compressors, and electronic sensors knowledge required.

Must know current refrigeration technology and EPA regulations.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to substantiate a safe driving record within the parameters acceptable to our liability insurance carrier.

Language Skills and Reasoning Ability:

Must possess excellent communication skills.

Ability to write routine correspondence and to speak effectively to the public, employees and customers.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the customers and employees.

Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. When on the casino floor, the noise levels increase to loud. Must be able to work in an environment where smoking is permitted.

Adequate manual dexterity to operate small and large kitchen equipment.

Works in wet, cold, hot, and greasy conditions inside and outside central kitchen areas. Works in confined areas including over ceilings, through crawl spaces, and on roofs, climbing ladders to and from roof to repairs or replace motors and ventilation equipment.

Regular exposure to electricity, gas, Freon, motor oil, and other hazardous materials.

Occasionally lifts over fifty (50) pounds, moving heavy kitchen equipment.

Occasional travel is required.

Must be able to effectively understand and communicate to employees.

Must be able to stand, walk, and move through all areas of the casino.

Maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude to work under pressure in a fast-paced, casino environment and effectively deal with customers, management, employees, and members of the business community in all situations.

Other:

Must be able to be approved for and maintain a valid Non-Gaming license.

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.

Work nights, weekends and holidays as required.

Employment is contingent upon a favorable outcome of a background investigation and drug screening.

Each position has varying minimum qualifications. In the absence of fully qualified candidates, some requirements may be waived.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified members of the Seneca Nation of Indians or qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (25 USC 472). The Seneca Nation of Indians and the Seneca Gaming Corporation are also committed to achieving full equal opportunity without discrimination based on race, religion, color, gender, national origin, politics, marital status, physical disability, age or sexual orientation.

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