Service Technician

About the role

The ICEE Company is the leader in frozen beverage industry, offering the most comprehensive frozen package and service network in the beverage and food service industry.

As the largest subsidiary of J&J Snack Foods who provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL and Dippin' Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros.

J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to "Fun Served Here".

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the operations leadership, Service Technicians will be held to a high standard of service. ICEE has a commitment to success: to our customers, partners, and team members.

Service Technicians are required to service all ICEE and restaurant equipment including Frozen Carbonated and Non-Carbonated dispensers, fountain beverage equipment, ice makers, juice dispensers, etc. Service Technicians will work with minimal supervision and are required to attend weekly meetings held in their Service Center. Team members in this role are provided with a vehicle, uniforms, tools, cell phone, tablet, and gas card.

Essential Functions

• Trained and certified in preventive maintenance and installations.
• Training and service competency meeting Grade Level 1 standards
• Receives dispatched service calls as assigned and ensures a prompt response based on estimated time of arrival (ETA).
• Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshoots or diagnoses service problems, and completes repairs as needed. Checks quality of all products i.e.: checking syrup levels, changing out flavors, cleaning around machines, etc.
• Maintains inventory and maintenance on equipment such as: parts, tools, and the company vehicle.
• Reviews service orders and service performed with the respective supervisor. Keeps his/her supervisor informed of customer concerns, needs, and up-selling opportunities.
• Documents all work performed and closes out all activities upon completion.
• Clearly communicates with both customers and co-workers.
• Performs assigned general warehouse duties including but not limited to cleaning, organizing, rotating product, shipping and receiving of equipment, parts, and product.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, the Service Technician must be self-motivated and have the ability to stay on task with minimal to no supervision. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Must be able to successfully maintain customer relations, interpersonal relationships, team relations, and service.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
• Great oral and written communication skills. Must be comfortable performing basic mathematical functions as well.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical background.
• Graduate of Technical or Vocational school, preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID Driver's License.
• Willing and able to drive more than 40% of the time.
• Must have and wear steel-toed shoes.

Pay and benefits

Academy - The ICEE Academy Training program provides essential technical training in equipment, service, and repair, typically held at the ICEE Academy in La Vergne, TN, or other designated locations. Training generally lasts two weeks, with possible weekend sessions. Attendance and eligibility are determined based on role, performance metrics, and certifications.

Successful completion is required for continued employment, and failure to meet training standards may result in reassignment or termination. Regular hourly wages and applicable overtime are paid during training. You are responsible to have a valid Real-ID for travel purposes. Details of this requirement will be discussed during the hiring process.

ICEE offers their Technicians

• Company Vehicle and Gas Card
• Cell phone and Tablet
• Technical School Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• Paid holidays, Sick time and Paid vacation
• Birthday Holiday (must be used within the Employee Birthday Month)
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan