Facilities Plumbing Technician – Commercial & Maintenance

Kroger Co.; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Career training

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform plumbing-related tasks in our retail stores, including drain cleaning, valve repair, and water heater service.

You will complete time and vehicle reporting, conduct preventive maintenance at least twice yearly, and help keep stores within budgeted maintenance expenses.

The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to lift 25 lbs, and flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Team player in a fast-paced environment and willingness to help all department members.
• Flexibility to handle changing scope of assignments and projects.
• Ability to work a variety of schedules including nights, weekends and holidays; overtime may be required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize job functions.
• Personal initiative and follow-through to completion.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong PC skills: Windows XP, MS Excel, CPC Ultrasite/Controllers, MS Outlook; learn Kroger mainframe Viryanet Service Hub.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently.

Responsibilities

• Clean drains, repair and replace valves in toilets, and service commercial water heaters.
• Complete and submit accurate time reporting and vehicle inventory by scheduled dates.
• Perform preventive maintenance in assigned stores at least twice per year.
• Ensure maintenance expense in assigned stores aligns with annual budget guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

PC skills

Driver's license

Tools

Windows XP

MS Excel

MS Outlook

CPC Ultrasite/Controllers

Viryanet Service Hub

Job description

• Responsible for cleaning drains, valve repair and replacements in toilets, repair and install commercial water heaters, and other minimal tasksassociated with plumbing.
• Complete and submit accurate reporting of time reporting and vehicle inventory by scheduled dates via company computer programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance in assigned stores at least twice per year.
• Ensure maintenance expense (by Account Code) in assigned stores meet annual budgetary guidelines.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Desired Previous Job Experience
• General plumbing experience especially in food retail and/or commercial facilities.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced work environment and a willingness to help all members of the department.
• Flexibility to handle ever-changing scope of assignments and projects.
• Ability to work a variety of schedules as required (including nights, weekends and holidays). Overtime may be required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize job functions.
• Personal initiative and follow-through to completion.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong PC skills. Position will utilize Windows XP, MS Excel, CPC Ultrasite/Controllers and MS Outlook. Candidates must possess the ability to utilizeand learn Kroger-specific mainframe applications including Viryanet Service Hub.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently.

Job Info

• Job Identification 197989
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 08/12/2026, 01:40 AM

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. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!