Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration

Walmart•Vista, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration oversees installation, commissioning, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC/R systems. The role leads field teams, coordinates service work and regional workloads, mentors and trains technicians, manages parts and refrigerant supplies, and supports service providers and business-critical issue resolution. The technician also leads projects and process improvements, ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and HVAC/R requirements, and maintains and safely operates company vehicles. The position includes participation in an on-call rotation outside standard business hours and may include hands-on training of developmental and technician-level associates at company or vendor locations. This position is based at the Walmart facility at 500 N Highway 90 Byp, Sierra Vista, Arizona. The hourly wage range is $35.00–$70.00, with possible premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in qualifying circumstances. Walmart offers performance-based bonus awards and benefits that may include health coverage, paid time off, financial benefits, education benefits, and other programs; eligibility and terms 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 this 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 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.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a 2-year technical/vocational HVAC/R program or a 2-year associate’s degree in applied science in air conditioning and refrigeration.
Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, or 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, summaries, work orders, and maintenance logs, with detailed work-order notes and before-and-after photos.
Supervise field practices and documentation to ensure adherence to OSHA standards and EPA refrigerant-handling protocols.
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 developmental and technician-level associates, including hands-on instruction and pickup at designated store locations when assigned.
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 business-critical incidents or requests, resolving or appropriately escalating issues.
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 contract compliance with external service providers.
Coordinate service calls and manage regional or market workloads to meet business priorities and timelines.
Support implementation of 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 policy; coordinate required maintenance and arrange alternate driving support beforehand.
Safely operate motor vehicles and check required documents, fuel and water levels, brakes, signals, and lights; submit maintenance invoices and verify vehicle insurance coverage and validity.
Wear the company uniform and badge according to company policies and procedures.
Lead and participate in teams by sharing resources and information, determining customer needs and business priorities, coordinating work, providing feedback and support, and helping others adapt to change.
Develop, communicate, and implement business processes by collaborating with relevant partners, analyzing information, monitoring results, and identifying improvement opportunities.
Demonstrate and support compliance with company policies, procedures, ethics, and integrity standards; guide others and assist management in addressing compliance issues.
Model Walmart’s stated values by respecting individuals, building trusting relationships, mentoring others, acting with integrity, serving customers and members, and pursuing continuous improvement.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus awards.
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, jury duty, and voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
PTO and/or PPTO usable for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes, subject to job classification and length of employment.
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit program for eligible full-time and part-time associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.