Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration

Walmart•Bradenton, FL

13d•$35 - $70•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration, leads the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial HVAC/R systems to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operation. The role oversees preventive maintenance programs, refrigerant handling, and field-team coordination; maintains documentation and vendor relationships; and supports critical business needs through an on-call rotation. The Senior Technician also mentors team members, contributes to process improvements, and participates in special projects. The Facilities Services team maintains essential building systems—including HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, and equipment—to support uninterrupted store operations. The team performs troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs while following safety and regulatory standards and collaborating to maintain safe, efficient environments for associates and customers. This position is located at 5810 Ranch Lake Blvd, Bradenton, Florida. The hourly wage range is $35.00–$70.00, with possible premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specified circumstances. The actual hourly rate will meet or exceed the applicable minimum wage. Walmart describes competitive pay, performance-based bonus awards, and benefits, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Requirements

Option 1: 3 years of experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration.
Option 2: 6 years of experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration 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.
Where required, HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman qualification.
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 last five years.
Commercial driving record with no more than two moving violations in the last three years.
No preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three years.
No serious traffic violations, as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three years.
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues.
Ability to lead and mentor field teams and provide hands-on training and development.
Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA refrigerant-handling protocols, and applicable federal, state, and local HVAC/R codes.
Ability to manage parts inventory, vendor relationships, and service workloads.
Effective communication skills for work documentation and cross-team collaboration.
Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.

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, commissioning, and maintenance of HVAC/R systems, including ductwork, control panels, and refrigeration units.
Lead diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues across commercial and industrial equipment.
Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to optimize equipment performance and reduce 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 and vendor relationships, and coordinate service calls to meet business priorities.
Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical operational needs outside regular hours.
Document work accurately and collaborate across teams.
Support process improvements and special projects.

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.
Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
Paid time off and/or paid protected time off (PTO/PPTO), with amounts depending on job classification and length of employment.