Store Refrigeration Technician — HVAC & EMS Pro

Safeway; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Earned wage access up to 50% viaStream

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being (Med/D

Job summary

Safeway is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to keep stores running safely and efficiently, installing new equipment and maintaining refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems.

You will operate EMS and BMS controls, perform preventive maintenance, document findings, order parts, and support on-call emergencies. This role requires strong safety practices and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks, leak checks, inspections, and new equipment installations; record information and maintain compliance forms and all documentation.
• Monitor preventive maintenance and construction project work by outside contractors and notify managers of issues.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical problems, perform repairs, document solutions, and recommend further action.
• Maintain a high technical level in troubleshooting and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Manage communications for service calls and ensure timely responses.
• Maintain current licenses, inspections, permits, and certificates to meet codes.
• Operate EMS building controls and automation systems: fine-tune parameters, adjust set points, and modify control sequences.
• Perform a variety of administrative tasks such as ordering materials and writing purchase orders, and data entry for reports.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe work area in the mechanical room, roof, and service vehicle.

Skills

EPA 608 Universal Certification

Driver's license

Technical communication

Overtime willingness

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational-technical program (preferred)

Tools

Corrigo

Refrigerant tracking System

Job description

Safeway is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to keep stores running safely and efficiently, installing new equipment and maintaining refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems.

You will operate EMS and BMS controls, perform preventive maintenance, document findings, order parts, and support on-call emergencies. This role requires strong safety practices and the ability to work independently.