FAC ENGINEERING/MAINT ENGR ( Hutchinson, KS)

Kroger; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Facilities Engineering/ Maintenance Engineer in Hutchinson, KS to lead engineering for a divisional maintenance program. You will oversee budgets, capital projects, and maintenance of building systems across stores and facilities, while driving energy reduction and safety initiatives.

The role requires a engineering degree, extensive maintenance experience, and strong financial and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years proven engineering or maintenance experience (Level 7).
• 7+ years proven engineering or maintenance experience (Level 8).
• Basic financial knowledge.
• High level of computer operating skills including MS Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage dispatch and ASP maintenance personnel.
• Develop capital and expense budgets and allocations for building repairs and equipment replacements.
• Manage capital and expense projects associated with building repairs & equipment replacements.
• Manage the vendor onboarding process for new and existing vendors.
• Provide maintenance budgets & service level reports to Maintenance Manager.

Skills

MS Office

Oral & written comms

Financial basics

Computer skills

Energy Engineer

Regional Project Manager

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

FAC ENGINEERING/MAINT ENGR ( Hutchinson, KS)

Hutchinson, KS, United States

Job Description

Responsible for managing all engineering aspects of a divisional maintenance program. Oversee capital and expense allocations for building repairs and equipment replacements for retail stores and company facilities, buildings and grounds. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage dispatch and ASP maintenance personnel.
• Develop capital and expense budgets and allocations for building repairs and equipment replacements.
• Manage capital and expense projects associated with building repairs equipment replacements.
• Manage the vendor on boarding process for new and existing vendors.
• Provide Maintenance Manager with budgets reports, service level reports, repair effectiveness and refrigerant usage.
• Support store operations with budget reporting, training and attending district meetings.
• Support maintenance software best practices.
• Assist in developing and executing division’s HVAC/R and non-refrigerated equipment maintenance programs.
• Analyze and determine root cause equipment failures and design issues.
• Support construction and minor capital teams with project scoping, design criteria and quality control.
• Ensure that equipment and building warranties are captured.
• Provide engineering support to Facility Engineering’s safety standards.
• Assist Warehouse Supervisor in developing best practices for R&S and inventory management.
• Assist with integrating energy reduction best practices into daily maintenance activities.
• Assist with corporate and divisional sourcing initiatives for maintenance parts, tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Frequently make significant decisions with close supervision.
• Travel to division locations regularly to engage staff and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and day-to-day maintenance operations.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Level 7 – 2+ years proven engineering or maintenance experience
• Level 8 - 7+ years proven engineering or maintenance experience>
• Basic financial knowledge
• High level of computer operating skills including MS Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Energy Engineer
• Regional Project Manager

Job Info

• Job Identification 230657
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 09/16/2026, 09:00 PM
• Locations 2700 E 4th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, US

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.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.