Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

Responsible for the training of all in-house refrigeration mechanics.  Responsible for directing Refrigeration Mechanics in all areas of refrigeration and HVAC.  Provide support to the Energy Manager to achieve improved system performance and reduced energy consumption and costs.  Responsible for the proper application and handling of all refrigerants and refrigerant oils in compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations, as well as compliance with company refrigerant handling policies and procedures.  Oversees the dispatch function to ensure prompt service to all stores and immediate response to emergency situations.  Manage all aspects of the in-house refrigeration mechanics assigned to ensure company guidelines and safety policies are followed.  Manage a fleet of service trucks issued to in-house mechanics.  Maintain, coordinate, and approve services for all outside vendor services as required to support HVAC, refrigeration and EMS - plumbing, electrical, carpentry, refrigeration and in-store equipment repairs and/or replacements.  Request, track and coordinate purchase orders for division maintenance capital improvement projects  Identify, coordinate and assign needed Preventative Maintenance projects, cleaning schedules, and waste reduction projects.  Maintain accurate tracking and recording of division EPA and CARB refrigeration reporting, train in-house mechanics and ensure compliance in refrigerant reporting.  Provide daily support and guidance for individual store refrigeration and HVAC inquiries and / or issues.  Review and approve all vendor invoices as required. 

 

Qualifications:  The following are preferred:

Education Level:   

College or Trade School Degree in related field preferred and/or equivalent work experience in areas of refrigeration, electrical and facility maintenance. 

 

Experience Level:  

Thorough knowledge of refrigeration systems used in a supermarket environment is required. Knowledge of current refrigeration system controls (ComTrol, Danfoss, CPC and others) is required. 

 

Skills and Experiences:  

Experience in HVAC maintenance & repairs  Able to accept after-hours emergency calls or calls received after normal business hours, when required, to support the overall operation of each store location.  Thorough knowledge of refrigeration systems used in a supermarket environment is required. Knowledge of current refrigeration system controls (ComTrol, Danfoss, CPC and others) is required.  Experience in HVAC maintenance & repairs  Able to accept after-hours emergency calls or calls received after normal business hours, when required, to support the overall operation of each store location.  Possess good leadership skills and the ability to supervise the work of others.  Able to motivate and work with others to achieve desired results.  Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written. Deal effectively with a wide variety of people both in-person and over the telephone.  Basic computer skills required, including Word and Excel.  Ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion or work activities. Possess ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.  Some travel required, including occasional overnight. 

 

Physical Environment: 

80% travel may be required.  After-hours emergency calls will need to be responded to.  Some work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.  Some work is performed in exterior ambient conditions.  Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.  Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, PDA and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.  Incumbent must be able to get access to all parts of the facility supervised including but not limited to, roof’s, basements, crawl spaces, etc.  Ladder climbing to mechanical rooms and roofs, stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching will be required in completion of job duties. 

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  80%+ of time is spent traveling.

 

The salary range is $114,00 to $167,310 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.

 

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (such as 401(k).

Associates in this position are also eligible for a quarterly bonus.

 

Closing Date: 08.21.2025

 

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. The Company is committed to complying with all local, state, and federal regulations including requirements to provide reasonable accommodations of sincerely held religious beliefs and disabilities. If you feel you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER