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FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION APPRENTICESHIP
Central Office - Food and Nutrition

The Food & Nutrition Department Apprenticeships positions are a part of the Harford County Public Schools Youth Apprenticeship program and a collaborative eort with the Maryland Department of Labor. The program is designed to provide opportunities for students to "learn while they earn" while completing 450 hours before graduation. The MD Youth Apprenticeship program is for 11th and 12th grade students. An ideal youth apprenticeship candidate for this position is a student who wants to gain experience in the workplace starting this summer with plans to continue throughout the school year. This program pairs individuals with experienced sta who understand the skills and behavioral requirements for success in various career paths. These positions will involve cross-training with skills learned in many dierent areas of kitchen operations and maintenance of HCPS school's kitchens. 
To service, repair, and maintain all equipment in support of the Food and Nutrition kitchens for HCPS. Basic knowledge of hand and power tools, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and gas equipment functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY

INCLUDE  

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

• Review daily work orders and participates in morning debrieng with supervisor.

• Assist with repairs and maintain all gas and electric heat generating food and nutrition equipment to include dishwashers, ovens, hot water booster heaters, serving lines, kettles, steamers, etc.

• Help with repairs and maintain all plumbing/hydraulic concerns as they relate to dishwashers, compactors, steam equipment, booster heaters, steamers, kettles, ice machines, etc.

• Aid with repairs and maintain all types of refrigeration equipment to include walk-in freezers/refrigerators, reach in/pass through, ice cream freezers, milk coolers, etc.

• Support supervisor with repairs and maintain preparation machines such as mixers, slicers, can openers, choppers, etc.

• Assist with repairs and maintains hardware items to any food and nutrition piece of equipment, such as latches, hinges, gaskets, locks, brackets, etc.

• Help with installation and removal of new and/or replacement equipment as directed. Perform and aid in the preventive maintenance of kitchen equipment.

• Additional training could include the following:

• Read and interpret schematic drawings and list materials needed in the diagnosing the repair of food and nutrition equipment. 

• Develop skills associated with hand tools, diagnostic and calibration equipment.. 

SALARY

• $15.00 per hour; non-benefitted position

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Able to follow oral and written plans of procedure, determine sequence of operations and complete a project using acceptable procedures.

• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, with everyday responsibilities including lifting materials weighing 50 pounds. Various lifts, tools and mechanical means of assistance should be employed for lifting heavier supplies, equipment, and materials.

• Basic electrical maintenance and repair knowledge. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. 

HOW TO APPLY

Employment applications are accepted online only. To access the application, visit the Employment Opportunities section of the HCPS website at www.hcps.org.  If you have questions or require assistance to complete the online employment application, contact the Human Resources Office at 410-588-5238.

DEADLINE

Online employment applications will be accepted until filled.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals. 

Inquiries or concerns about your rights related to Title IX can be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Eric Davis, at 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, 410-588-5202, or  TitleIX@hcps.org. Inquiries related to your rights under Title VI or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Investigations, Ms. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 or Renee.McGlothlin@hcps.org. Harford County Public Schools' non-discrimination policy can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: (hcps.org) and found on the HCPS website under Board of Education Policies and Procedures. Harford County Public Schools' non-discrimination statement can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: (hcps.org) and found on HCPS' homepage.   

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