Commercial Refrigeration Technician Serving Food Lion Brand Stores

Adusa; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking an HVAC/Refrigeration Technician to maintain and repair store HVAC, refrigeration, and ice machines across assigned locations. You will audit equipment, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance while ensuring energy efficiency and safety compliance.

The role requires EPA Universal certification, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel daily in a company vehicle. Prior experience and strong troubleshooting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• EPA Certification (Universal).
• Valid driver's license.
• State licensures, if required.
• 3+ years' experience in a related field.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel daily within assigned region in company vehicle.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Experience with data entry in maintenance system (Service Channel).

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair needs of assigned stores, including HVAC, electrical, lighting, energy management, and hardware.
• Plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment, and materials; enter work orders in the system.
• Inspect and evaluate all areas of assigned stores and suggest improvements; troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, HVAC, ice machines, etc.
• Advise store managers on repairs and upgrades.
• Ensure safety guidelines are followed.
• Coordinate and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Communicate status of building operations to stakeholders; report issues.
• Update control set-points for refrigeration/EMS controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls.
• Analyze mechanical operation of refrigeration and HVAC units.
• Assist in timely and cost-effective repairs of building components.
• Handle after-hours calls; travel as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independence

Multitasking

Lifting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

EPA Certification (Universal)

State Licenses (If Required)

Tools

Service Channel

Job description

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Overview

Responsible for providing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on assigned stores' HVAC, ice machines and refrigeration systems for assigned stores. This position will complete assigned work orders, including data entry in maintenance service tracking system (Service Channel), and respond to afterhours calls. Individual will be accountable for Refrigeration/HVAC spend for assigned stores by minimizing equipment failures, refrigerant loss, and maintaining department system set points to optimize energy efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance, and repair needs of assigned stores, include but not limited to HVAC, electrical, lighting, energy management, and hardware.
• Plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment, and materials to complete assignments and work order system entries in a timely manner and in accordance with EPA Regulations.
• Inspect and evaluate all areas of assigned stores, offering suggestions for improvements; taking proper corrective action when necessitated (troubleshooting and repair of refrigeration systems, ice machines, air conditioning, heating, and related systems as appropriate, etc.).
• Act as a trusted advisor to recommend repairs and upgrades to assigned store managers and maintenance supervisors.
• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines, including practicing safe work habits, utilizing appropriate safety equipment, and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate and/or conduct the day-to-day organization, and completion of preventive maintenance.
• Effectively communicate to the appropriate stakeholders the status of building operations and conditions; promptly reporting any potential or ongoing problems.
• Update Control set-points for refrigeration systems and EMS controls.
• Responsible for electrical control wiring and troubleshooting of controls.
• Analyze mechanical operation of refrigeration and HVAC units for proper operation.
• Assist Supervisor in facilitating timely and cost-effective repairs of electrical, and building components and systems including doors, door frames, gaskets, latches, and closures on refrigerated cases.
• Accountable for Refrigeration/HVAC spend for assigned stores including repairs to equipment, refrigerant leak rate, and providing the most economical method to repair and maintain equipment.
• Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.
• Respond to work order requests and after-hours emergency calls (including on nights and weekends).

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• EPA Certification (Universal).
• State Licensures, if required.
• 3+ years' experience in a related field.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to climb ladders for service above ceilings and roof access to equipment.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs. and lift/move 100 lbs. (with assistance).
• Ability to answer after-hours/weekend emergency service calls.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to travel daily, throughout assigned region, in company provided work vehicle.

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.