Head of Coffee Equipment Repair & Restoration

Rich Coast Coffee • Full-time • Lewistown, Pennsylvania, United States • $50,000 - $70,000 / year • 2m ago

Rich Coast Coffee is a family-owned, commercial coffee and specialty beverage company serving Central Pennsylvania since 1978. With decades of steady growth and a strong reputation for quality and service, we are seeking an experienced professional to lead our equipment repair and restoration division.

This is a unique opportunity for a skilled technician or industry specialist looking to step into a leadership role with long-term stability, autonomy, and impact.

Why This Role Stands Out

Leadership position with direct influence over company-wide equipment operations
Established, family-owned business with deep roots and loyal customer base
Opportunity to build, train, and elevate a team of technicians
Relocation opportunity to Central Pennsylvania, offering a high quality of life, affordable living, and a strong sense of community

Position Overview

You will oversee all internal equipment operations while serving as the company’s lead expert in diagnosing, repairing, and restoring commercial coffee and specialty beverage equipment. Approximately one-third of your time will be dedicated to mentoring and training field technicians and delivery drivers, helping them develop the skills to independently troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all equipment repair and restoration operations
Diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues across a wide range of commercial brewing systems
Train and support team members to improve field service capabilities
Reorder parts from various suppliers to maintain internal restoration practices and in-the-field support for traveling technicians
Travel as needed for installations, repairs, and hands-on training
Maintain detailed equipment records using our digital asset management system
Ability to assemble new equipment components efficiently while adhering to safety standards. Join us as we push the boundaries of coffee equipment restoration! Your expertise will directly impact our customers’ experience by ensuring their machines operate flawlessly day after day. We value innovation, dedication, and a proactive approach—come be part of a team that’s passionate about excellence in every brew!

Qualifications

Proven experience working on commercial coffee or specialty beverage equipment strongly preferred
Candidates with strong electrical, plumbing, and mechanical expertise will also be considered
Ability to quickly diagnose and solve technical issues in both shop and field environments
Strong leadership and communication skills
Comfortable working with modern, tech-driven brewing equipment and software systems
Stay current with industry trends in coffee brewing equipment, refrigeration, electrical and plumbing components, and applied technical enhancements to attain the highest efficiency within our service capabilities.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Relocation Consideration

We welcome candidates from outside the region who bring direct industry experience. This role is ideal for someone looking to establish roots in a stable, growing company while enjoying a more balanced lifestyle.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

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