FACILITY ENGINEERING REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 3

Kroger; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth programs

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Facilities Engineering Refrigeration HVAC Technician 3 to provide maintenance, repair and support for refrigeration, HVAC and associated equipment at assigned Kroger stores in the Cincinnati area. The role requires travel to multiple store locations, diagnostics, preventive maintenance and safe operation of equipment.

You must have 3–5 years of refrigeration/HVAC experience, EPA Type 2 certification and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings, manuals and schematics.
• Supervisor experience.
• 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 and overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Drive independently to stores on a daily basis as assigned.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks and procedures.
• Perform repairs to HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot issues and repair equipment.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of parts.
• Operate equipment and vehicles safely.
• Communicate with store personnel about equipment use and safety.
• Document repair labor, parts and usage in a timely manner.

Skills

Engineering drawings

Supervisor experience

HVAC experience

Control software usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type 2 Certification

Microsoft Office knowledge

Tools

Control manufacturers' software

Job description

FACILITY ENGINEERING REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 3

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
• Supervisor 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 147843
• Job Category Facility Eng/Construction/Maintenance
• Posting Date 11/13/2025, 02:18 PM
• Locations 11310 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash, OH, 45242, 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.