Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration

Walmart; Jasper (AL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Bonus opportunities

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Company discounts

Job summary

Walmart is seeking an HVAC/R technician to oversee installation, commissioning, and diagnostics of systems in grocery store environments. You will manage rack systems, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with EPA refrigerant handling and OSHA standards.

The role requires Journeyman level expertise, EPA certifications, and a valid driver’s license, with on‑site responsibilities across retail facilities.

Qualifications

• 3 years HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration experience
• 6 years HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration experience with an AAS in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
• Hold and maintain EPA Type I and Type II or Universal certification for refrigerant handling
• 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
• Ability to read and speak English (FMCSR requirement)

Responsibilities

• Oversees installation and commissioning of HVAC/R systems across commercial/industrial settings.
• Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues.
• Implements preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life.
• Manages refrigeration rack systems and supermarket units; ensures compliance.
• Supervises field practices to meet safety and EPA refrigerant handling protocols.
• Leads field teams, coordinates work, mentors technicians, and handles escalations.

Skills

HVAC/R experience

Grocery rack refrigeration

EPA certification (Type I/II)

Journeyman HVAC-R

Valid driver’s license

English language proficiency

Education

AAS in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Overview

Position Summary...

What You’ll Do

• Oversees installation and commissioning of HVAC/R systems, including ductwork, control panels, and building pneumatics.
• Leads diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues across commercial and industrial systems.
• Implements and monitors preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and reduce downtimes.
• Manages rack systems, walk‑ins, reach‑ins, and supermarket refrigeration units, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
• Uses heavy machinery.
• Submits required written and electronic information (e.g., expense vouchers, weekly summaries, work orders, maintenance logs).
• Enters detailed notes in work orders, including before and after photos.
• Ensures adherence to OSHA standards and EPA refrigerant handling protocols by supervising field practices and documentation.
• Conducts inspections and repairs in accordance with federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes, including indoor air quality and cold chain requirements.
• Reclaims ozone‑depleting refrigerants and maintains compliance with environmental guidelines.
• Leads HVAC/R field teams by coordinating work assignments, mentoring less‑experienced technicians, and managing escalated service issues.
• May be assigned a Developmental Technician for on‑the‑job training, including pickup at designated store locations and hands‑on instruction for Technician‑level associates.
• Delivers hands‑on training sessions on safety, control troubleshooting, and system operations at company facilities, off‑site locations, or vendor sites.
• Evaluates Technician skill sets and provides feedback to senior leadership to support workforce development.
• Participates in an on‑call rotation to support business‑critical needs outside of standard business hours.
• Manages refrigerant levels, parts inventory, and vendor relationships to ensure the timely availability of materials.
• Tracks and orders HVAC/R parts, records purchases and usage, and ensures contract compliance with external service providers.
• Coordinates service calls and manages regional/market workloads to meet business priorities and timelines.
• Supports the implementation of HVAC/R business solutions by identifying operational needs, monitoring progress, and adapting to organizational changes.
• Leads special projects by collecting data, evaluating new technologies, and recommending improvements.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to develop and refine processes that meet evolving business demands.
• Maintains company vehicles in accordance with company policies and procedures; coordinates and transports vehicles for required maintenance; ensures alternate driving support is arranged.
• Safely operates motor vehicles, verifies required documents, checks fuel and water levels, brake condition, signals, and lights.
• Submits maintenance invoices for payment and verifies the coverage and validity of vehicle insurance.
• Wears company uniform and badge in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Core Values & Leadership Principles

Demonstrate respect for individuals, work as a team, act with integrity, serve customers and members, and strive for excellence. Model Walmart’s values, maintain and promote the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance, and support a regenerative culture.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance‑based bonus awards and other great benefits, including health benefits (medical, vision, dental coverage), financial benefits (401(k), stock purchase, company‑paid life insurance), paid time off, 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.

Compensation

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.

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.
• Ability to read and speak the English language as required by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial driving record with no convictions for DUI, DWI, OUI within the last five (5) years; no more than two (2) moving violations in the last three (3) years.
• Completion of a 2‑year technical/vocational HVAC/R program or 2‑year associate’s of applied science in A/C and refrigeration.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• 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.
• 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 CO₂ systems.

Primary Location

1801 HIGHWAY 78 E, JASPER, AL 35501‑4037, United States of America

Drug‑Free Workplace Statement

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have 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.