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Maintenance Technician - Food Service

University of North Dakota

University of North Dakota

Grand Forks, ND, USA
USD 42k-42k / year
Posted on Feb 11, 2026

Maintenance Technician - Food Service

  • 497521
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • FM-Cust/Maint
  • Facilities/Maintenance/Trades
  • Full-time Staff
  • Closing on: Feb 23 2026

Salary/Position Classification

  • $42,000+ Annual, Dependent on Experience, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 40 hours per week
  • This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of cafeteria, laundry, and miscellaneous equipment in university-owned facilities.

All Facilities Management positions are subject to overtime & callback twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week, as needed/directed by supervisors/directors.

Duties & Responsibilities

Cafeteria Equipment Installation, Maintenance and Repair

  • Install, maintain and repair various commercial cafeteria equipment to include: meat slicers, choppers, warmers, disposals, pre-washers, pulpers, commercial conveyor systems, commercial dishwashing equipment, coffee/espresso makers, juice machines, toasters, microwave ovens, fryers/pressure cookers, convection ovens, gas combi-ovens, and grills
  • Repair/reprogram Micro-market and other vending equipment Coordinate maintenance schedules with UND Dining Services
  • Maintain/repair gas burners/igniters/thermocouples on gas heating systems for commercial ovens, grills, char broilers and fryers

Laundry Equipment Installation, Maintenance and Repair

  • Install, maintain and repair electrical/gas commercial laundry equipment to include various washers, dryers and laundry presses
  • Schedule/perform weekly preventive maintenance

Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair

  • Maintain/inspect/repair/replace floor coverings (tile, carpet, etc.), ceiling tile, doors (walk-in, garage, sliding, etc.), windows, furniture, roll-up doors, door closers and battery backup emergency lighting
  • Maintain inventory on cafeteria and laundry equipment
  • Hang bulletin boards, signs, and pictures
  • Install/maintain water and waste lines for cafeteria and laundry equipment, as well as various plumbing fixtures within cafeterias, including faucets, sinks and P-traps
  • Repair steam and water valves to cafeteria equipment
  • Repair vacuum breakers, solenoid valves and steam traps for cafeteria equipment using power tools and equipment
  • Utilize basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing code and coordinate with appropriate trades, as needed
  • Install disconnects on various cafeteria and laundry equipment
  • Troubleshoot and analyze electrical components, utilizing test equipment such as ampere probes and multi-meters Replace electronic boards, contactors and fuses in equipment
  • Install, maintain and service various commercial water pumps

Required Competencies

  • Interact, communicate and collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers
  • Work independently and as a team and complete necessary training for this job classification
  • Comprehend and follow directions as well as use sound decision-making skills
  • Understand, speak, read and write English well enough to perform the functions of the position; including reading and communicating in regards to work orders, safety instructions
  • Withstand long periods of lifting, pulling, tugging, climbing, kneeling, working with hands overhead, without restrictions
  • Work in buildings containing asbestos materials

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Three years’ experience with repairing commercial cafeteria and commercial laundry equipment. General knowledge and experience with basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical and pump repair.
  • Basic computer use; Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Drivers license
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with UND campus and buildings
  • Experience with AiM, facilities management software
  • Operate scissor, fork, and boom lifts as well as tele-handler