FAC ENG/REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 3

Kroger Family of Companies; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking an experienced HVAC technician to provide refrigeration and HVAC maintenance, repair, and support on assigned service calls. You will drive to stores in Illinois, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and replace compressors and motors as needed.

The role requires EPA Type 2 certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EPA Type 2 Certification required.
• 35 years refrigeration/HVAC experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Drive to stores daily for service calls.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks and repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment.
• Replace compressors, large motors and components.
• Maintain inventory of parts.
• Operate equipment and vehicles safely.
• Document repairs and parts usage promptly.
• Communicate with store personnel about equipment use.

Skills

Reading schematics

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Control software

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type 2 Certification

Tools

Control manufacturers software

Job description

Position Summary:

Provide equipment, refrigeration and HVAC maintenance, repair and support to assigned service calls. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions:

• Drive independently to stores on a daily basis as assigned.
• Perform various preventive maintenance tasks and procedures.
• Perform repairs to systems.
• Navigate and investigate electronic controls interfaces.
• Assist with and perform various preventive maintenance tasks and procedures to buildings and equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues and repair equipment.
• Perform compressor, large motor and component replacement.
• Maintain an accurate and organized inventory of parts.
• Operate equipment, vehicles, powered industrial trucks and aerial lifts safely.
• Clean and maintain company service vehicles, if one is assigned.
• Orally communicate with store personnel regarding the proper use of equipment as it relates to repeat calls and overtime.
• Utilize company email system to send and receive messages.
• Properly complete all repair, labor, parts purchasing and usage documentation in a timely fashion.
• Comply with all department and company policies and procedures.
• Assist other skilled trade technicians in repairs as requested.
• Physical demands include, but are not limited to, high aptitude for standing and walking endurance, sitting while driving to various stores, lifting and carrying up to 70 pounds, pushing and pulling climbing ladders of various types, bending, squatting, and kneeling, and working in different temperatures inside and outside the store.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:

• Experience reading engineering drawings, manuals and schematics
• Supervisory experience

Minimum Position Qualifications & Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 35 years proven refrigeration/HVAC experience and satisfactory overall performance
• EPA Type 2 Certification
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to use control manufacturers software
• Must hold and maintain a valid drivers license
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime when necessary

$31.75 - $42.85 per hour