Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration - $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS

Walmart•Fredericksburg, VA

26d•$39 - $77•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration oversees HVAC/R installation, commissioning, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs across commercial and industrial systems. The role includes leading field teams, coordinating service workloads, mentoring and training technicians, managing parts and vendor relationships, and supporting special projects and operational improvements. The position also involves maintaining and safely operating company vehicles, completing required documentation, and following company policies and safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The technician participates in an on-call rotation to support business-critical needs outside standard business hours. The role is based at the listed Walmart location in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The hourly wage range is $39.00–$77.00, with possible premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specified circumstances. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is stated in the job title. Walmart describes benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k), stock purchase, company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, paid leave, company discounts, education benefits, and other programs. Eligibility and terms may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration; alternatively, at least 6 years of such experience and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
Hold and maintain EPA Type I and Type II or Universal certification for refrigerant handling.
Where required, hold an HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman qualification.
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 within the past five years.
Commercial driving record with no more than two moving violations in the past three years.
No preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the past three years.
No serious traffic violations, as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the past three years.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a two-year technical/vocational HVAC/R program or a two-year Associate of Applied Science 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 and commissioning of HVAC/R systems, including ductwork, control panels, and building pneumatics.
Lead diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues across commercial and industrial systems.
Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and reduce downtime.
Manage rack systems, walk-ins, reach-ins, and supermarket refrigeration units, ensuring performance and compliance.
Use heavy machinery.
Submit required written and electronic information, including expense vouchers, weekly summaries, work orders, and maintenance logs.
Enter detailed work-order notes, including before-and-after photos.
Ensure adherence to OSHA standards and EPA refrigerant-handling protocols by supervising field practices and documentation.
Conduct inspections and repairs in accordance with federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes, including indoor air quality and cold-chain requirements.
Reclaim ozone-depleting refrigerants and maintain compliance with environmental guidelines.
Lead HVAC/R field teams by coordinating assignments, mentoring less-experienced technicians, and managing escalated service issues.
Provide on-the-job training to assigned Developmental Technicians, including pickup at designated store locations and hands-on instruction for Technician-level associates.
Deliver hands-on training on safety, control troubleshooting, and system operations at company facilities, offsite locations, or vendor sites.
Evaluate technician skill sets and provide feedback to senior leadership to support workforce development.
Participate in an on-call rotation and respond promptly to incidents or requests during assigned periods, resolving or escalating issues as needed.
Manage refrigerant levels, parts inventory, and vendor relationships to ensure materials are available on time.
Track and order HVAC/R parts, record purchases and usage, and ensure compliance with external service-provider contracts.
Coordinate service calls and manage regional or market workloads to meet business priorities and timelines.
Support HVAC/R business solutions by identifying operational needs, monitoring progress, and adapting to organizational changes.
Lead special projects by collecting data, evaluating new technologies, and recommending improvements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine processes for changing business demands.
Maintain company vehicles according to company policies and procedures; coordinate required maintenance and arrange alternate driving support beforehand.
Safely operate motor vehicles and ensure vehicles contain required documents; check fuel and water levels, brakes, signals, and lights; submit maintenance invoices; and verify insurance coverage and validity.
Wear the company uniform and badge in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Lead and participate in teams by sharing resources and information, determining customer needs and business priorities, coordinating assignments, providing guidance and feedback, and helping others adapt to change.
Develop, communicate, and implement processes by collaborating with business partners, analyzing information, monitoring results, and identifying improvement opportunities.
Promote compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethics standards; guide others in applying them, implement action plans, use the Open Door Policy, and assist management in addressing compliance issues.
Demonstrate the stated Walmart values: respect the individual, act with integrity, serve customers and members, and strive for excellence.

Benefits

Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k).
Stock purchase program.
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 program, with eligible tuition, books, and fees paid by Walmart.
Possible hourly premiums of $0.35 to $3.00 in specified circumstances.
$7,500 sign-on bonus.