Refrigeration Technician

Shaw’s and Star Market; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Earned wage access

Associate discounts

Medical & dental

401k

Paid time off

Career growth

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Shaw’s and Star Market in Hyannis, MA seeks a skilled Refrigeration Technician to monitor and repair building systems, including refrigeration, HVAC, EMS, and electrical equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and document solutions to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role requires EPA 608 certification, a valid driver’s license, strong communication, and the ability to work independently and on-call.

Qualifications

• EPA 608 Universal certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication about technical topics.
• Willing to work overtime on weekends, holidays, and on-call.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational-technical programs preferred.
• Accurate and careful work to avoid mechanical failures.
• Able to read manuals, prints, and work orders.
• Computer-literate and proficient with web-based work orders.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily checks on equipment in the Mechanical Room, Roof, HVAC, EMS systems, refrigerated cases, and walk-ins.
• Maintain refrigeration, HVAC, EMS systems, electrical, and mechanical systems; perform repairs as needed.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks, leak checks, inspections, and new equipment installations; document information.
• Monitor preventive maintenance and coordinate with Area Refrigeration Manager on contractor issues.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical problems and document solutions.
• Operate EMS/BMS controls; fine-tune sequences and adjust set points.
• Order materials and write purchase orders; data entry for work reports and refrigerant leak reports.
• Maintain a neat, safe work area and ensure compliance with codes.

Skills

EPA 608

Driver's license

Communication skills

Overtime

HS diploma

Vocational training

Independent work

PPE & safety

Computer literacy

Manuals & prints

Tools knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Vocational-technical programs

Tools

Corrigo

Refrigerant tracking System

EMS/BMS

Job description

About The Company

Shaw’s is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose.

to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.

Shaw's is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants. Placing a premium on adaptability, safety and family well-being, our work model, Presence with a Purpose, offers a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are empowered to make decisions best for them.

Bring Your Flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Refrigeration Technician, you will be responsible for monitoring building equipment for safety purposes and repairs. Troubleshooting refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical problems, performing repairs, documenting solutions, and making recommendations for further action.

Main Responsibilities

• Make daily mechanical checks on equipment in the Mechanical Room, Roof, HVAC, EMS systems, refrigerated cases, and walk-ins.
• Maintain all refrigeration, HVAC, EMS systems, electrical, and mechanical systems, and make necessary repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance tasks, leak checks, inspections, and new equipment installations. Will record required information and maintain compliance forms and all other documentation in both paper form at the store and electronic in Corrigo and Refrigerant tracking System, based on the specific task.
• Monitors preventive maintenance and construction project work done by outside contractors and notifies Area Refrigeration Manager of issues or problems with outside contractors.
• Responsible for troubleshooting refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical problems, performing repairs, documenting solutions, and recommending further action.
• Maintains a high technical level in troubleshooting and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Manage communications for service calls: Ensure timely responses as required.
• Maintain current license, inspection, permit, and certificate requirements to meet all state and local codes.
• Operates EMS building controls and automation systems: Fine-tune operating parameters, adjust set points and schedules, fully understand and modify building control sequences, and operate the EMS/BMS systems.
• and schedules.
• Fully understand and modify building control sequences and operate the EMS / BMS systems.
• Perform a variety of administrative tasks such as ordering materials and writing purchase orders, and data entry for work reports and refrigerant leak reports.
• Perform all duties in a timely, efficient, & professional manner.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe work area in the mechanical room, roof, and service vehicle.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess an EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills related to technical aspects when communicating with customers at the store and division level.
• Must be willing to work overtime on weekends, holidays, and after-hours when on call.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of building-related vocational-technical programs are preferred.
• Able to perform duties with a high degree of accuracy and care to avoid mechanical breakdowns.
• Able to respond to direct and radio requests as soon as possible.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as required, including arc flash and safety glasses.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in web-based work order platforms.
• Ability to read and comprehend manuals, prints, and work orders.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Environment

• Most work is performed in both indoor and outdoor work environments.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, lifting, and reaching are required in the completion of job duties.

What is it like at Shaw’s?

Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values – ACI Values

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