Raley's Refrigeration Technician - Expression of Interest

Raley's; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarships

Family leave

Paid time off

Store discounts

Amusement park discounts

Gym memberships

Employee assistance

Community focus

Job summary

Raley’s is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to support our distribution centers with electrical, mechanical, and building maintenance responsibilities. The role involves serving as chief engineer by organizing and prioritizing tasks while providing technical training to other engineers.

This on-site position requires knowledge of AC electrical systems, motor control, electronics, refrigeration, and related equipment in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining complex refrigeration, electrical and mechanical systems in industrial settings.
• Ability to plan preventive maintenance and lead technicians.
• Knowledge of safety practices and compliance in hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and evaluate refrigeration, electrical and mechanical equipment for reliability.
• Inspect, test, calibrate sensors and safety equipment per blueprints and manuals.
• Organize and prioritize preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Direct technicians in analyzing and repairing system components.
• Maintain HVAC systems and insulation integrity.
• Participate in safety meetings and on-site construction projects.
• Apply energy management practices to reduce costs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Reading blueprints

Team leadership

Electrical systems

Refrigeration knowledge

Job description

Job Description

We are now hiring Great People Who Care!

We are looking for a Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to support our grocery stores with electrical, mechanical and building maintenance.

Who We Are

At Raley’s, we’re all about infusing life with health and happiness by changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time. We take our passion for great food and world class customer service to the next level. Every day we come into work knowing that what we do is making a difference in the lives of our customers. Evolving beyond the definition of what an ordinary grocery store can be, we’re bringing a fresh take on the idea of living well to the communities we serve and live in. We’re dedicated to supporting healthy and happy team members, customers and communities – and we’re looking for the same kind of passionate people to join our team, grow with us and share our purpose.

We have an on-call structure in which technicians will occasionally be required to travel outside of their respective zones.

What You’ll Do

Under limited supervision, to provide maintenance services for all refrigeration, electrical and mechanical equipment at the Distribution Center and Production Bakery. Employees in this job classification act as chief engineer by organizing and prioritizing assignments and providing technical training to other engineers. Stationary Engineers maintain existing systems and install new equipment. This job classification requires knowledge of AC electrical systems including motor control, electronics, refrigeration and mechanical equipment associated with an industrial application and the ability to provide work direction to staff to resolve complex technical problems within established timelines.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Scholarship opportunities for continued education
• Family leave and paid time off
• Store discount programs (10% off household groceries, free items)
• Discounts to amusement parks, gym memberships, mobile phone plans, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program (free financial, legal, and mental health services)
• Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and evaluates all refrigeration, electrical and mechanical equipment for operational reliability using industry standard best practice and test equipment.
• Inspects, tests, calibrates and certifies sensors, safety equipment, complex refrigeration, electrical and mechanical equipment for compliance with specifications following blueprints, schematic drawings, inspection manuals, using hand tools and precision testing equipment.
• Organizes, directs and controls efforts in accomplishing preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Organizes and prioritizes work requirements to ensure systems meet optimum design capabilities.
• Directs technicians in analyzing, testing, troubleshooting, evaluating and repairing systems, equipment modules and components.
• Maintains the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Maintains the integrity of the insulation of all pipes and vessels.
• Attends regular safety meetings for compliance, proper handling and record keeping of a covered process.
• Assists with on-site construction projects affecting refrigeration, electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Applies understanding of electrical demand usage to minimize consumption and energy costs.
• Conducts safety training on proper handling and record keeping of a covered process.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience & Education

Skills related in multi-craft maintenance. Knowledge of refrigeration, electronics, hydraulic and mechanical concepts and their application on industrial equipment.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain and repair complex industrial refrigeration equipment, fire protection, electronic, electrical and mechanical equipment systems.
• Must possesses the ability to take direction and work directly with refrigeration staff to resolve complex technical problems within established timelines.
• Demonstrated welding skills.
• Ability to read and work from blue prints.
• Ability to make sound decisions during emergency situations
• Ability to work as a team member and team leader with other stationary engineers and facility personnel.

Required & Preferred Certifications

• Universal CFC license
• Refrigeration Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) CIRO certification preferred
• Aerial lift Truck operation certification preferred

Physical Demands

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

• Walking during inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Bending, stooping and pulling to repair equipment.
• Lifting and manipulating equipment including chemical and oil drums for troubleshooting and repair as needed.

Work Environment

Most work is performed in an industrial warehouse environment. Frequently works with hazardous equipment and chemicals. Frequently exposed to changing environmental conditions

Internal Applicants

• No disciplinary action during the past 6 months.
• Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide endorsement upon request from HR.
• You must upload a resume and answer all application questions

Compensation: The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonably expects to pay for the position. The actual compensation offered to the selected individual(s) will depend on their relevant education, training, or experience, among other bona fide factors.