Apprenticeship - Commercial Refrigeration Technician Serving Food Lion Brand Stores

Ahold Delhaize USA; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking an HVAC/R Apprentice to learn preventive maintenance and repairs on store HVAC/R systems, ice machines, and refrigeration equipment. You will work under a mentor to complete work orders and maintain service records in the Service Channel system.

The role involves on-call rotation and daily travel within the Richmond region. The program emphasizes safety, customer service, and hands-on skill development in HVAC/R maintenance.

Qualifications

• HVAC/R knowledge including refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid drivers license.
• EPA Universal Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain state licensure within 2 years.
• Ability to climb ladders and access rooftop equipment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs., up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to respond to after-hours and weekend emergency calls.
• Strong computer skills and use of maintenance management software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel daily throughout the assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Assist an experienced technician or supervisor in completing assigned work orders and scheduled repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC/R and related equipment.
• Complete and maintain preventive maintenance checklists and documentation.
• Provide timely work status updates to maintenance leadership, operational teams, and customers.
• Ability to stay calm and work under pressure while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Conduct general maintenance tasks involving refrigeration systems, air conditioning, heating, and electrical components.
• Track and document refrigerant usage in accordance with Brand standards and EPA requirements.
• Provide routine preventive maintenance services on racks, cases, and alarming/monitoring systems.
• Update control set points for refrigeration systems and EMS controls as directed.
• Assist with diagnosing and repairing refrigerant leaks, evaporators, coolers, freezers, heating systems, and air conditioning units.
• Support electrical troubleshooting, including control wiring and system diagnostics.
• Evaluate the mechanical operation of HVAC and refrigeration units to ensure proper performance.
• Order repair parts and materials needed to complete assigned work orders.
• Perform minor structural repairs on refrigeration and HVAC-related components, including case doors, gaskets, latches, closures, and prep-area drains.
• Respond to service requests and participate in after-hours and weekend emergency calls.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs and uphold company values.

Skills

HVAC/R knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Driver's license

Strong communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Service Channel

Maintenance software

Job description

Category/Area of Expertise: Store Maintenance
Job Requisition: 554886
Address: USA-VA-Richmond-2001 Maywill Street, Suite 103
Store Code: Maintenance Food Lion (2764565)
Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.
The ADUSA HVAC/R Technician - Apprentice is responsible for learning and developing the skills required to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on store HVAC systems, ice machines, and refrigeration equipment. Working under the guidance of an experienced technician and/or area supervisor, this role completes assigned work orders, maintains accurate service records in the maintenance tracking system (Service Channel), and participates in an after-hours on-call rotation with support from the designated mentor or supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist an experienced technician or supervisor in completing assigned work orders and scheduled repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned HVAC/R and related equipment.
• Complete and maintain preventive maintenance checklists and associated documentation.
• Provide timely work status updates to maintenance leadership, operational teams, and customers.
• Ability to stay calm and work under pressure while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Conduct general maintenance tasks involving refrigeration systems, air conditioning, heating, and electrical components.
• Track and document refrigerant usage in accordance with Brand standards and EPA requirements (after obtaining EPA certification).
• Provide routine preventive maintenance services on racks, cases, and alarming/monitoring systems.
• Update control set points for refrigeration systems and EMS controls as directed.
• Assist with diagnosing and repairing refrigerant leaks, evaporators, coolers, freezers, heating systems, and air conditioning units.
• Support electrical troubleshooting, including control wiring and system diagnostics.
• Evaluate the mechanical operation of HVAC and refrigeration units to ensure proper performance.
• Order repair parts and materials needed to complete assigned work orders.
• Perform minor structural repairs on refrigeration and HVAC-related components, including case doors, gaskets, latches, closures, and prep-area drains.
• Respond to service requests and participate in after-hours and weekend emergency calls.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs and uphold company values.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, electrical systems, and plumbing.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• EPA Universal Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain state licensure (if applicable) within 2 years.
• Ability to climb ladders and access rooftop equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., and lift/move up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to respond to after-hours and weekend emergency service calls.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use maintenance management software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel daily throughout the assigned region.

At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.
Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.
Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work.
We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.