Are you the kind of person who loves figuring out how things work—and even more, getting them working again? Do you take pride in doing quality work that people depend on? Espresso Medic is looking for an Equipment Technician who brings solid technical skills and a customer-first attitude to every service call.
As an Equipment Technician, you'll be the person café owners and restaurant managers count on when their equipment needs attention. You'll travel to commercial locations throughout San Diego, troubleshoot issues, complete repairs, and build relationships with the businesses that keep our coffee community thriving.
Your day-to-day includes:
Diagnosing and repairing commercial espresso machines, grinders, and coffee equipment at customer locations
Completing service calls on time with clear communication throughout the process
Documenting your work thoroughly—what you found, what you fixed, and what customers need to know
Representing Espresso Medic professionally at every customer interaction
Maintaining your service vehicle, tools, and parts inventory
Using our CRM and service ticket systems to track customer history and follow-up needs
Required:
1-2 years of experience servicing commercial coffee equipment, or equivalent technical training
Working knowledge of espresso machines, grinders, and related equipment
Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
Professional customer service abilities and communication skills
Bonus points for:
Background in hospitality, food service, or specialty coffee
Experience with water filtration systems
Familiarity with multiple equipment brands
We're part of Bird Rock Coffee Roasters, which means we share a commitment to excellence, genuine relationships, and doing things the right way. You'll work with a supportive team that values learning and technical development.
What we offer:
Competitive Pay: $45,000-55,000/year (based on experience)
Participatory health benefits package
401(k) with 4% company matching
Paid holidays
Company vehicle for service calls
Modern facility with quality tools and equipment
Connection to San Diego's specialty coffee community
Product Excellence: Quality repairs that keep businesses running reliably
Customer Service: Understanding that your work impacts real people and their livelihoods
Mastery & Growth: Continuous learning and technical development
Authentic Communication: Clear, honest interactions that build trust
Role Ownership: Taking responsibility for your work and its impact
If you're looking for a role where your technical skills make a real difference in San Diego's coffee community, we'd love to hear from you.
Espresso Medic is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive.
Recognized as Roaster of the Year in 2012 — a national once in a lifetime award given by Roast Magazine — Bird Rock Coffee Roasters is proud to have put premiere coffee on the map in San Diego. A regular contributor to the international coffee industry, a consistent winner of scores above 90 from Coffee Review, the recipient of a 2017 Good Food Award, and with a Q-Grader certified roaster on site, Bird Rock's staff is sought after throughout the world for their coffee expertise.
Going beyond the perfect latte, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters has a top-quality roaster on site, a pour-over bar featuring the top seasonal varietals, weekly cuppings open to the public for a sneak peak into the newest offerings, and a deep dive into the selection process and all things coffee. Bird Rock Coffee Roasters goes beyond the confines of the fair trade structure and engages in direct trade with farmers, and is proud to serve the best coffee, prepared with the utmost respect to those who grew it.