Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration

Walmart • McAllen, TX

10d • $35 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration, leads the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC/R systems, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. This role involves diagnosing complex mechanical and electrical issues, managing preventive maintenance programs, and supervising field teams to optimize equipment performance. The position requires coordinating service calls, mentoring technicians, and supporting critical business operations through timely issue resolution. The Senior Technician also manages parts inventory, vendor relationships, and contributes to process improvements, supporting the organization’s commitment to operational excellence and regulatory adherence. The team is dedicated to ensuring facility safety, functionality, and appearance through routine preventive maintenance and prompt repairs. They uphold safety regulations and support continuous improvement efforts. Emphasizing clear communication, accountability, and professionalism, the team delivers high-quality service aligned with operational standards. Their expertise in equipment repair and regulatory compliance ensures efficient and reliable facility performance. Committed to maintaining a safe and well-maintained environment, the team supports business objectives and stakeholder satisfaction by enabling smooth facility operations at all times.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of HVAC/R systems, including refrigeration units and control panels.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues in commercial and industrial environments.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor field teams, providing hands-on training and evaluating technician performance.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA refrigerant handling protocols, and compliance with federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes.
• Effective coordination of service calls, parts inventory management, and vendor relationships to meet operational priorities.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement in facility services operations.
• 3 years’ experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration OR 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• 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).
• 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 C02 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, 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 documentation, including work orders, inspections, and compliance records.
• Participate in on-call rotations to support critical business needs outside regular hours.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401(k)
• Stock purchase
• Company-paid life insurance
• PTO (including sick leave)
• Parental leave
• Family care leave
• Bereavement
• Jury duty
• Voting leave
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
• Live Better U education benefit program (for full-time and part-time associates)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree