Senior Commercial Refrigeration Technician

Wegmans Food Markets; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

Wellness program

Job summary

Wegmans is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to repair and maintain commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems across our supermarkets. You will oversee coordination with external contractors and ensure compliance with EPA requirements while delivering high service levels to internal teams and customers.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of related experience, EPA Universal Certification, and a state refrigeration license.

Qualifications

• 10+ years related work experience.
• Independent ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• State Accredited Refrigeration License is preferred.
• Proficient with a laptop and building management systems/PLC controls.
• Experience with leak checks and refrigerant management.

Responsibilities

• Perform unsupervised repairs on commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment for emergencies and non-emergency situations.
• Plan and perform preventative maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
• Collaborate with team and vendors to ensure timely task completion.
• Maintain records on equipment and refrigerant inventories; manage parts and truck stock.
• Complete EPA-related record keeping and rechecks of leaks.
• Uphold Wegmans quality, safety, and customer service standards.

Skills

Refrigeration repair

HVAC troubleshooting

EPA Universal Certification

Refrigeration license

Diagnostic skills

Laptop/BMS familiarity

Education

Apprenticeship or trade school

Tools

Building management systems

PLC control systems

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO $1,500!

At Wegmans, our Maintenance Mechanic team ensures that our stores, facilities, and equipment are professionally maintained, helping to provide our customers with the freshest best tasting products, and our employees with a safe and productive work environment. This team is empowered to solve complex problems daily and continually learn and develop new skills, while working for a growing and dynamic company with endless opportunities for advancement.

In this role, you will be responsible for repairing and performing preventative maintenance on all commercial refrigeration systems in our supermarkets. This position will also be responsible for oversight, follow through and coordination where necessary with external equipment contractors/vendors.

What will I do?

• Perform unsupervised repairs on commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment for both emergency and non-emergency situations, using appropriate troubleshooting and safety techniques
• Plan and perform preventative maintenance on commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment, and all other associated skilled tasks
• Work effectively with a team, assisting other personnel as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers; determine best practices for repair work and assess downtime with store personnel; interact and coordinate with purchased maintenance refrigeration and HVAC vendors
• Create and maintain records on all equipment worked on, as well as store refrigerant inventories;maintain truck inventory, working with parts procurement requirements
• Complete timely record keeping related to EPA requirements; follow up and repair discovered leaks while also performing all mandated rechecks
• Maintain Wegmans high standards of quality and food & human safety procedures
• Deliver incredible service to both internal and external customers

Qualifications:

• 10 or more years related work experience
• Independent ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems
• Technical training through apprenticeship, RSES, trade school, or equivalent work experience
• EPA Universal Certification
• State Accredited Refrigeration License is preferred
• Proficient with the use of a laptop computer, possessing the ability to maintain, troubleshoot and operate building management systems, on board control systems, and manufacturer’s PLC based control systems
• Proficient in system startups and response to system restarts, refrigerant leak check procedures, and lifting and rigging
• Sound mechanical ability, as well as knowledge of welding and plumbing
• Supermarket/restaurant related equipment experience, including knowledge of applicable codes, regulations and operating standards is preferred
• Ability to program building and refrigeration control systems is preferred

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Technical training through apprenticeship, RSES, trade school, or equivalent work experience; Mechanical experience; Welding experience; Plumbing experience; CFC/EPA Certification - State Board of Refrigeration Contractors; Work Environment Will be exposed to climate changes; work is performed inside freezers, near bakery ovens, and on building rooftops. May be exposed to various allergens. Work includes walking, standing, repetitive hand and arm movements, heavy lifting (up to 55 lbs), bending and stretching Work includes interaction with co-workers, store personnel, contractors and customers Work includes the use/operation of various power equipment and tools as well as use of Freon, oils, lubricants, etc. Work includes use of all necessary technical gauges and equipment required to perform tasks Must be at least 18 years of age; Experience with applicable codes, regulations, and standards pertaining to the operation and maintenance of refrigeration systems; Related work experience; Supermarket/Restaurant related refrigeration experience