Role Description
This is a full-time, field role based in Reading and M4 Corridor
Company Vehicle Provided
Join Hobart Service
At Hobart Service, we are one of the UK's leading providers of commercial catering equipment service, maintenance and installation. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Commercial Catering Service Technicianto join our team, supporting customers across Reading and M4 Corridor.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled catering technician looking for a role that provides stability, good earning potential, ongoing technical training and genuine career progression.
The Role
As a key member of our service team, you will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of commercial catering equipment at customer sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Service, maintain, install and repair commercial catering equipment, including warewash, refrigeration, cooking and food preparation equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and control system faults.
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Undertake electrical fault finding, testing and safety checks on components.
- Support accurate fault diagnosis and repair by i nterpreting wiring diagrams, schematics and technical manuals.
- Respond promptly to service calls to reduce equipment downtime.
- Test and commission equipment following repair work.
- Complete service reports with professional technical advice and recommendations.
- M aintain accurate records of work undertaken.
- Manage van stock, tools and spare parts effectively.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety and customer service at all times.
- Proven experience servicing and repairing commercial catering equipment.
- Excellent electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Sound knowledge of electrical safety and safe isolation procedures.Full UK Driving Licence.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
Required Qualifications & Certifications
- COMCAT 1, 2, 3 & 5
- F-Gas Certification
- Electrical qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent
What's In It For You?
- Performance Bonus Scheme
- Rotated standby
- Company Vehicle
- Fuel Support
- Company Mobile Phone
- Uniform, PPE and Tools Provided
- Retail Discounts and Employee Benefits
- Pension Scheme
- 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing with service)
- Ongoing Manufacturer and Technical Training
Why Hobart Service?
At Hobart Service, we invest in our people. You'll join a professional, supportive team where safety, training, development and exceptional customer service are at the heart of everything we do.
Commercial Catering Technicians in Reading employer: HOBART Service UK
HOBART Service UK is an attractive employer due to its commitment to quality and efficiency, providing employees with exclusive access to factory information and stocked vans for quick solutions. The company fosters a professional environment focused on customer satisfaction and technical excellence, offering opportunities for creative marketing professionals to manage diverse projects. Employees can expect a supportive culture that values innovation and collaboration.
