Commercial Refrigeration Technician

Wegmans Food Markets; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Commercial Refrigeration Technician to operate, monitor and maintain refrigeration systems for our on-site stores. You will perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs, ensuring safety and energy efficiency while coordinating with facilities and safety teams.

The role requires 5+ years related experience, EPA certification, and strong knowledge of refrigeration/HVAC controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related work experience.
• Technical training through apprenticeship, RSES, or trade school.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Proficient with building management systems and PLC control systems.
• Mechanical, welding, and plumbing knowledge.
• Experience with supermarket/restaurant equipment and applicable codes.
• Independent ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
• Identify and diagnose issues with refrigeration and HVAC controls; repair units; know glycol and DX systems.
• Collaborate with team to complete tasks promptly.
• Communicate with team, supervisors, and customers; assess downtime.
• Maintain preventive maintenance records and truck inventory.
• Deliver excellent service while upholding Wegmans standards.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Building controls

Electrical/controls knowledge

Mechanical & welding

Team collaboration

Education

EPA Universal Certification

Tools

BMS/PLC control systems

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 Commercial Refrigeration Technician is a full-time, on-site role located in the Buffalo, New York Area. This role is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining refrigeration systems and related equipment to support safe and efficient store 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.

At Wegmans, our Maintenance Mechanic team ensures that our stores, facilities, and equipment are professionally maintained, helping to provide our customers with the freshest best tasting products, and our employees with a safe and productive work environment. This team is empowered to solve complex problems daily and continually learn and develop new skills, while working for a growing and dynamic company with endless opportunities for advancement. In this role, you will work in collaboration with team members to complete repairs and preventative maintenance on various refrigeration and HVAC equipment while following proper safety protocol.

What will I do?

• Perform basic repairs and preventive maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC equipment
• Identify and diagnose issues with refrigeration and HVAC controls systems; repair self-contained cases and repair rooftop HVAC units of all types; demonstrate knowledge of secondary glycol racked systems as well as conventional DX racked systems
• Work effectively with a team, assisting other personnel as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers; determine best practices for repair work and assess downtime with store personnel
• Create and maintain preventative maintenance records on all equipment serviced; maintain truck inventory
• Deliver incredible service to both internal and external customers, and maintain Wegmans high standards of quality and food & human safety procedures

Qualifications:

• 5 or more years related work experience
• Technical training through apprenticeship, RSES, trade school, or equivalent work experience
• EPA Universal Certification
• Proficient with the use of a laptop computer, possessing the ability to maintain, troubleshoot and operate building management systems, on board control systems, and manufacturer’s PLC based control systems
• Sound mechanical ability, as well as knowledge of welding and plumbing
• Supermarket/restaurant related equipment experience, including knowledge of applicable codes, regulations and operating standards is preferred
• Independent ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical systems is preferred