Refrigeration Technician 3, Facilities - Monroe County / Florida Keys

Publix•Homestead, FL
•$75,608 - $104,416

About The Position

Publix is seeking a Refrigeration Technician 3 to join its Facilities Refrigeration team. This role provides expert support to retail refrigeration operations by performing HVAC repair, maintenance, rack refrigeration general maintenance, and routine general refrigeration maintenance service requests for retail stores. The technician applies expert trade knowledge to help maintain the quality and reliability of refrigeration systems and serves as a full-time Publix associate. The position requires independently evaluating and performing repairs and general maintenance on refrigeration systems and equipment in retail environments, including complex issues. The technician also trains and mentors Refrigeration Technician 1s and 2s, maintains parts inventory, and participates in refrigeration projects for retail facilities and corporate project implementation. The candidate must reside in Monroe or Miami-Dade County.

Requirements

  • Completion of an HVAC or Refrigeration trade school program, or equivalent experience.
  • Five years working in supermarket refrigeration service or two years as a Refrigeration Technician 2.
  • EPA Universal License.
  • At least 20 years old and have a valid driver's license.
  • Advanced electrical circuit troubleshooting skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Knowledge of EMS systems, such as Danfoss and Emerson.
  • Ability to lift, lower, climb ladders, and walk on roofs.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and to travel with overnight stays.
  • Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.
  • Must reside in Monroe or Miami-Dade County.

Nice To Haves

  • Seven years working in supermarket refrigeration service or four years as a Refrigeration Technician 2.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and perform HVACR repairs and general maintenance on all refrigeration systems and equipment in retail environments, including complex issues, independently using expert knowledge.
  • Train and mentor Refrigeration Technician 1s and 2s on service work for all equipment.
  • Perform housekeeping duties, including maintaining accurate parts inventory.
  • Participate in special refrigeration projects for retail facilities and assist with implementation of corporate projects.

Benefits

  • Holiday Bonus: 15 hours of pay in the first year of continuous employment, one week's pay in the second year, and two weeks' pay in subsequent years, subject to remaining employed through the bonus check issue date.
  • Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock each year at no cost.
  • Opportunity to purchase additional shares of privately held company stock.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Group health, dental, and vision plans.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Free hot lunches at facilities with a cafeteria.
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