Title: HVAC Maintenance Technician
State: Texas
Reports to: Facilities Manager
Supervises: N/A
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Department: Facilities and Maintenance
Revision/Creation Date: August 19, 2026
Pay Range: $30.00- $35.00/Hourly
Position Mission Stabilize Facilities operations in Texas by establishing clear technical coverage, leadership accountability, and strong communication with Operations. The HVAC/Refrigeration Technician is responsible for the maintenance and service of restaurant kitchen equipment, including beverage systems, boilers, ice machines, freezers and HVAC work. Maintenance duties include the installation, service and repair of equipment. A company vehicle will be provided to ensure you are well equipped for the job.
Ensure Texas has the appropriate resources to respond to daily facilities needs while creating a sustainable structure that can eventually support broader regional responsibilities.
Responsibilities Include:
- Diagnose technical problems and determine proper solutions.
- Provides preventative maintenance activities.
- Maintains safe, clean and organized work area to include work vehicle, tools, manuals and parts.
- Work directly with the Operations team to understand business-critical needs and priorities.
- Respond to and resolve HVAC/Refrigeration issues when appropriate.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the technician team.
- Monitor repeat calls and identify opportunities to eliminate recurring equipment failures.
- Communicate status, delays, priorities, and escalations directly to Operations.
- Help coordinate supplemental outside service providers when internal resources are not available.
- Ensure work is completed efficiently and documented appropriately.
- Serve as the primary Facilities communication point for the Texas market.
- Review and manage Facilities work orders.
- Establish daily priorities for the Facilities technicians.
- Assign work based on urgency, technician capability, and business impact.
- Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
- Maintains behaviors and actions consistent with the company's values and standards.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- 10+ years of experience in HVAC/Refrigeration is a must.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Must own your own tools.
- Experience working in HVAC/Refrigeration in the restaurant industry preferred.
- Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment is a plus.
- EPA Certification Type II or better required.
- Must be flexible and willing to work a varied schedule as dictated by the needs of the business
- Must be able to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment with many interruptions. Attention
- to detail and a high degree of mental concentration are necessary for working on difficult projects,
- balancing numerous tasks simultaneously, and meeting deadlines.
- Works well under pressure and tight timelines
- The ability to work weekends and travel as needed.
Other Attributes:
- Must be a self-starter, process and solutions focused
- Enthusiastic and strong driver of the company’s Mission and Core Values
- Remain positive in high pressure and stressful situations
- Demonstrates critical thinking, communication and relationship-building skills
- Consistently takes initiative, works independently, sets priorities, makes judicious decisions, and meets deadlines.
- Finishes duties and projects as required and assigned in an efficient and timely manner.
- Understands what it takes to be successful in a matrixed organization and get stuff done
- Works additional hours as needed.
- Regular and punctual attendance.
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance – Eligible 1st of month after 60 days.
- 401K Plan – Eligible after one year.
- Vacation – One week after one year.
- Sick Leave- Granted per State Requirement.
- Cell Phone allowance- $100/month
- Vehicle Allowance – Company vehicle provided for work use only.
Additional Information:
Physical Demands: This position is not an office-based role and requires work in active commercial restaurant environments. The employee must be able to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday, including frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders. The role requires the ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds, including lifting overhead. Work may be performed in tight or elevated spaces and may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and operational kitchen conditions.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Additional Information:
The duties of this position may change from time to time. Alvarado Restaurant Nation reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Alvarado Restaurant Nation. This position is descriptive and is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all inclusive.
Alvarado Restaurant Nation (ARN) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. ARN is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace for all.
Hiring Decisions are based on skill, qualifications, and experience
Application Deadline: Evergreen
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- How many years of working on Hot Side Kitchen equipment do you have?
- How many years of working on Cold Side Kitchen equipment do you have?
Experience:
License/Certification:
- EPA Certification (Required)
Work Location: On the road
