Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration
About The Position
The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration leads the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex HVAC/R systems in commercial and industrial settings. The role ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and HVAC/R code requirements and manages preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment performance and longevity. It also coordinates and mentors field teams, manages service operations, parts inventory, vendor relationships, and schedules, and supports continuous improvement. The position participates in an on-call rotation to address critical operational needs outside regular hours. The team delivers facility services with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and professionalism. Team members collaborate on HVAC, refrigeration, and exterior maintenance projects, share knowledge, and work toward continuous improvement and operational goals. The hourly wage range is $35.00–$70.00. Additional premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour may apply in specific circumstances. Walmart describes benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance; paid time off and various leave benefits; short- and long-term disability; company discounts; Military Leave Pay; adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement; and the Live Better U education benefit. Eligibility and benefit terms may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration; alternatively, 6 years of such experience and an 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.
- HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman credential where required.
- At least 1 year of experience in plumbing, electrical, material handling equipment, or a related area, or 2 years of Walmart store experience.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
- Commercial driving record with no DUI, DWI, or OUI convictions in the last 5 years.
- Commercial driving record with no more than two moving violations in the last 3 years.
- No preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last 3 years.
- No serious traffic violations, as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last 3 years.
- Extensive experience installing, commissioning, and maintaining HVAC/R systems, including commercial and industrial refrigeration units.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant systems.
- Ability to lead and mentor field technicians, provide hands-on training, and give performance feedback.
- Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA refrigerant-handling protocols, and federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes.
- Proficiency managing parts inventory and vendor relationships and coordinating service workloads.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to support cross-functional teams and continuous process improvements.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a 2-year technical/vocational HVAC/R program or a 2-year Associate of Applied Science program in air conditioning and refrigeration.
- Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and 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 CO2 systems.
Responsibilities
- 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 in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and HVAC/R codes.
- Coordinate and mentor field teams, provide hands-on training, and evaluate skill development.
- Maintain parts inventory, vendor relationships, and service schedules to meet business priorities.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical operational needs outside regular hours.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and coordinate service operations.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k).
- Stock purchase plan.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off, including sick leave.
- Parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Company discounts.
- Military Leave Pay.
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
- Live Better U education benefit, with tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs.
- Performance-based bonus awards.
- Additional premiums may be paid in specific circumstances.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
