Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration

Walmart; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration, to lead installation, commissioning and maintenance of HVAC/R systems in our stores and facilities. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and implement preventive maintenance while managing refrigerant handling and vendor relations.

You’ll mentor field teams, document activities, and ensure compliance with OSHA/EPA standards. The role involves on-call rotations to support critical business needs.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration experience or 6 years with an AAS in HVAC/R.
• EPA Type I/II or Universal refrigerant handling certification.
• HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman as required in your state.
• 1 year plumbing/electrical or Walmart store experience or 2 years Walmart exposure.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC/R installation, commissioning, and maintenance across facilities.
• Lead diagnostics and troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues.
• Implement preventive maintenance and manage refrigerant handling.
• Coordinate field teams, mentor technicians, and train staff.
• Maintain OSHA/EPA compliance and document work orders and logs.
• Support on-call rotations and vendor relationships as needed.
• Ensure adherence to all codes and safety policies during operations.

Skills

HVAC/R installation

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Team leadership

Mentoring technicians

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Heavy equipment operation

Education

EPA refrigerant handling certification (Type I/II/Universal)

HVAC/R Journeyman license

2-year HVAC/R technical program (AAS)

Tools

Blueprints

Schematics

Wiring diagrams

Testing equipment

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...Role summary:

The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration, leads the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of HVAC/R systems across commercial and industrial facilities. This role oversees diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal system performance and regulatory compliance. The position involves managing refrigerant handling, coordinating field teams, and supporting workforce development through mentoring and training. Additionally, the Senior Technician collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement operational improvements, manages vendor relationships, and participates in on-call rotations to address critical business needs promptly and effectively.

About the team: The Facilities Services team ensures safe and efficient store operations by managing HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and building systems. Senior Technicians independently diagnose and resolve complex issues to maintain continuous service. The team prioritizes accountability, collaboration, and safety while delivering operational excellence. Members develop technical expertise through hands-on problem-solving and managing urgent challenges. This dynamic environment offers meaningful work supporting store functions and enhancing the customer experience. It provides an excellent opportunity for professionals committed to advancing their skills in facility maintenance and technical systems.

What you'll do:

• Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of HVAC/R systems, including ductwork, control panels, and refrigeration units.
• Lead diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues to ensure optimal system performance.
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and minimize downtime.
• Manage refrigerant handling, inventory, and vendor relationships in compliance with OSHA and EPA standards.
• Coordinate and mentor field teams, providing hands-on training and evaluating skill development.
• Maintain detailed work documentation and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes.
• Participate in on-call rotations to support critical business needs outside regular hours.

What you'll bring:

• Proven expertise in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of HVAC/R systems, including refrigeration units and building pneumatics.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues in commercial and industrial settings.
• Experience leading field teams, mentoring technicians, and managing escalated service challenges effectively.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA refrigerant handling protocols, and compliance with federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes.
• Ability to manage parts inventory, vendor relationships, and coordinate service calls to meet business priorities.
• Proficient in documenting work orders, maintenance logs, and submitting required reports accurately.
• Skilled in operating heavy machinery and company vehicles safely and in accordance with policies.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For Information About Benefits And Eligibility, See One.Walmart.

The hourly wage range for this position is $35.00 - $70.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Option 1: 3 years’ experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration.
• Option 2: 6 years’ experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration and Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
• Hold and maintain Type I and Type II or Universal Environmental Protection Agency certification for refrigerant handling.
• Where required, HVAC-R/ Mechanical Journeyman.
• 1 year’s experience in plumbing, electrical, material handling equipment, or related area or 2 years’ Walmart store experience.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
• Commercial driving record with no convictions for DUI, DWI, OUI within the last five (5) years.
• Commercial driving record with no more than two (2) moving violations in the last three (3) years.
• No preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
• No serious traffic violations, as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year technical/vocational HVAC/R program or 2-year associate’s of applied science A/C and refrigeration.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software (for example, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Prior work experience reading blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Prior work experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Prior work experience with Glycol and C02 systems.

Primary Location

6225 COLISEUM BLVD, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303-3721, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.