FAC ENG/REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 5

Kroger; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off including holiday and sick pay

Employee Assistance Program counseling

Discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Career growth opportunities through training programs

Job summary

Kroger in New Albany is seeking an experienced technician to provide equipment, refrigeration, and HVAC maintenance. The role involves driving to various store locations for repairs and maintenance tasks while adhering to safety protocols.

Applicants must have at least 7 years of HVAC experience, possess EPA Type 2 Certification, and demonstrate strong supervisory and mentoring abilities. A flexible schedule and physical endurance for site work are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' proven refrigeration/HVAC experience with satisfactory performance.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, manuals, and schematics.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks and repairs to systems.
• Troubleshoot issues and repair equipment.
• Drive independently to various store locations as assigned.

Skills

Refrigeration/HVAC experience

Supervisory experience

Mentoring experience

Basic Microsoft Office skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type 2 Certification

Advanced technical training or related certifications

Job description

Provide equipment, refrigeration and HVAC maintenance, repair and support to assigned service calls. Assist with the development of technicians' knowledge, skills and abilities. 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, including audits.
• Perform repairs to systems.
• Maximize optimum performance of equipment by utilizing the applicable instrumentation or data.
• 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.
• Provide input to supervisor and management towards maintenance best practices.
• Audit registered store equipment identification lists.
• Assist other skilled trade technicians in repairs as requested.
• Provide feedback on performance reviews.
• Coach, mentor and train other technicians.
• 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.
• Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
• Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings, manuals and schematics
• Supervisory experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years' proven refrigeration/HVAC experience and satisfactory overall performance
• EPA Type 2 Certification
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Advanced technical training or related technical certifications
• Ability to use and instruct others in the use of control manufacturer software
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime when necessary
• Demonstrated mentoring and training experience

Job Info

• Job Identification 148240
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 08/25/2025, 07:16 PM
• Locations 1600 Ormsby Station Ct, Louisville, KY, 40223, US (On-site)

Benefits

• 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.