Ammonia Refrigeration Mechanic

Wegmans Food Markets; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Rochester, NY is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to operate, monitor and maintain ammonia systems across stores and distribution operations. This full-time, on-site role requires troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

You will document work, coordinate with maintenance vendors, and work with teams to ensure uptime, energy efficiency, and high safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience.
• Strong computer skills and ability to interface with building and control systems.
• EPA Universal Certification and RSES, RETA and/or OSHA training preferred.
• Refrigeration and/or steam license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain timely maintenance records.
• Interact and coordinate with maintenance vendors.
• Work with a team to ensure tasks are completed safely and promptly.
• Adhere to food safety, human safety procedures and company quality standards.

Skills

Computer skills

Building control systems

Safety procedures adherence

Education

EPA Universal Certification

RSES/RETA/OSHA training

Job description

Company Description

Wegmans Food Markets is a family-owned regional supermarket chain, founded in 1916 and recognized as one of the largest private companies in the United States. Known for innovation and industry leadership, Wegmans employs over 55,000 people and is consistently ranked among the Best Companies to Work For. The company focuses on helping people live healthier, better lives through exceptional food and outstanding customer service. Team members create bright, welcoming stores with an open-air market ambiance and diverse international food selections. Wegmans values knowledgeable, passionate people who take pride in sharing their expertise and delivering an exceptional shopping experience.

Role Description

The Ammonia Refrigeration Technician is a full-time, on-site role located in the Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area. This role is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment to support safe and efficient store and distribution operations. Day-to-day tasks include performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on compressors, condensers, evaporators, and associated control systems. The technician will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls issues, respond to alarms, and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Collaboration with facilities, operations, and safety teams is essential to support continuous uptime, energy efficiency, and a safe working environment.

Shift Availability

• Shifts start as early as 6am Sunday - Thursday

Starting Rate

• $41.26 - $51.91 / hour

Additional Job Description

In this role, you will be part of a team that is empowered to solve complex problems and continually learn and develop new skills. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of systems and state of the art equipment for a stable, growing, and dynamic company.

What You'll Do

• Create and maintain timely records of work
• Interact and coordinate with maintenance vendors
• Work and communicate effectively with a team, assisting other personnel as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed safely and in a timely manner
• Understand and comply with food and human safety procedures while performing maintenance tasks
• Maintain Wegmans' high standards of quality and incredible customer service at all times

Requirements

• 5 or more years of related work experience
• Strong computer skills, with ability to interface with various building and control systems
• Completion of EPA Universal Certification, and RSES, RETA and/or OSHA training is preferred
• Refrigeration and/or steam license is preferred