Commercial Kitchen Service Technician (Mid & Senior Level)
PGM Service Group – Tampa, Sarasota & Orlando, FL
PGM Service is a fast-growing commercial kitchen equipment service company supporting restaurants, hospitals, and large foodservice operations across Florida. We specialize in keeping kitchens operational with a focus on quality, speed, and professionalism.
We are actively hiring Mid-Level and Senior Service Technicians across the following markets:
Compensation & Earning Potential
We offer a strong hourly base, consistent overtime, and performance-based commission.
Mid-Level Technician
$45–$52+ per hour effective earnings (including overtime + commission)
Senior Technician
$52–$60+ per hour effective earnings (including overtime + commission)
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Hourly pay + overtime (1.5x)
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Commission tied to production
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Consistent overtime available (5–10+ hours per week typical)
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Company vehicle (after onboarding period)
Benefits
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Paid Time Off (PTO) – Up to 7 weeks per year based on tenure
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Consistent, year-round work
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Career growth and advancement opportunities
What You’ll Do
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Diagnose and repair commercial kitchen equipment:
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Cooking equipment (ovens, fryers, grills, steamers)
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Refrigeration equipment (reach-ins, prep tables, ice machines)
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Perform preventive maintenance (PMs)
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Communicate clearly with customers on issues and solutions
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Complete digital work orders with notes and photos
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Identify additional repair opportunities
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Maintain truck inventory and tools
What We’re Looking For
Mid-Level Technician
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3–5+ years of experience in food equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, or a similar field
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Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
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Able to run most service calls independently
Senior Technician
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5–8+ years of experience
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Advanced diagnostics across hot-side and/or refrigeration systems
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Ability to handle complex calls without supervision
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Comfortable mentoring junior technicians
Requirements
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Valid driver’s license with clean record
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Ability to pass background check (required for certain customer sites)
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Strong work ethic and professionalism
Preferred (Not Required)
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EPA Certification
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CFESA Certification
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Manufacturer certifications
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Gas or electrical certifications
Why Join PGM Service
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High earning potential tied to your performance
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Steady, year-round work across established accounts
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Opportunity to grow into Senior and Master Technician roles
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Supportive team environment with real advancement paths
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Focus on quality work — not being the cheapest provider
Growth Path
Technicians have a clear path to increase earnings through:
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Higher production levels
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Expanded skillsets (hot-side and refrigeration)
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Certifications and training
Apply Today
PGM where the best techs live. If you’re a motivated technician looking to grow your income and skillset with a company that rewards performance, we’d like to speak with you.
Benefits:
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401(k)
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401(k) matching
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Company truck
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Dental insurance
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Flexible schedule
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Fuel card
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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On-the-job training
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Paid time off
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Paid training
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Professional development assistance
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Referral program
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Retirement plan
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Tuition reimbursement
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Vision insurance
Experience:
- Food Service Equipment: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
