FAC ENG/REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 3

Kroger; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Employee discounts

Emotional and financial support services

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a skilled technician for HVAC and refrigeration maintenance in Johnson City, TN. This role requires 3-5 years of proven experience, EPA Type 2 Certification, and a high school diploma. The technician will conduct maintenance and repair tasks, drive to various locations, and communicate effectively with store personnel.

Comprehensive benefits include healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement, and associate discounts. Join Kroger to support your career growth!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' refrigeration/HVAC experience with satisfactory performance.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on refrigeration systems.
• Drive independently to assigned stores as necessary.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of parts.
• Communicate with store personnel regarding equipment use.

Skills

Refrigeration/HVAC experience

Reading engineering drawings

Supervisory skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office

Control manufacturers' software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type 2 Certification

Job description

Johnson City, TN, United States (On-site)

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

• 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
• 3-5 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 driver's license
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime when necessary

Job Info

• Job Identification 199635
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 06/10/2026, 07:00 PM

Benefits

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.