Refrigeration Technician II - HVAC/R Specialist (On-Call)

Publix; Saint Augustine (FL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Free hot lunches

Job summary

Publix is seeking a Refrigeration Technician 2 to support our Facilities Refrigeration team in St. Augustine, FL. The role focuses on maintenance of rack refrigeration, routine service requests, and HVAC repair across retail stores.

Responsibilities include evaluating repairs, mentoring junior technicians, maintaining inventory, and assisting with special refrigeration projects. EPA license and valid driver’s license required; travel and nights/weekends may be necessary.

Qualifications

• HVAC or refrigeration trade education or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years refrigeration experience in service or construction OR 1+ year as Refrigeration Technician 1.
• Must be 20+ years old with a valid driver's license.
• EPA Universal License required.
• Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with EMS systems such as Danfoss and Emerson.
• Ability to lift, climb ladders, and walk on roofs.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, on-call rotations and travel.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and perform HVACR repairs and general maintenance on all refrigeration systems in the Retail environment.
• Mentor other Refrigeration Technician 1s on servicing equipment.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory as part of housekeeping duties.
• Contribute to special refrigeration projects and support corporate initiatives.

Skills

HVAC/R knowledge

Driver's license

EPA Universal License

MS Word

MS Excel

EMS systems (Danfoss/Emerson)

Lifting/climbing

Flexible hours/travel

Education

HVAC or Refrigeration Trade School completion

Tools

Danfoss EMS

Emerson EMS

Job description

Publix is seeking a Refrigeration Technician 2 to support our Facilities Refrigeration team in St. Augustine, FL. The role focuses on maintenance of rack refrigeration, routine service requests, and HVAC repair across retail stores.

Responsibilities include evaluating repairs, mentoring junior technicians, maintaining inventory, and assisting with special refrigeration projects. EPA license and valid driver’s license required; travel and nights/weekends may be necessary.