Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration

Walmart • Bradenton, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Facility Services, HVAC/Refrigeration, leads installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial HVAC/R systems. The role oversees preventive maintenance, refrigerant handling, and field-team coordination to optimize equipment performance and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and applicable regulatory standards. It also includes detailed work documentation, vendor coordination, service-call scheduling, and participation in an on-call rotation to support critical business needs. The Senior Technician mentors team members, supports process improvements, and contributes to special projects that advance reliability and operational excellence across facility services.

The Facilities Services team maintains essential building systems—including HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, and equipment—to support uninterrupted store operations. Team members troubleshoot and repair equipment, perform preventive maintenance, respond to operational needs, and collaborate to maintain safe and efficient environments for associates and customers.

The hourly wage range is $35.00–$70.00. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the applicable minimum wage. Additional premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour may be paid in certain circumstances, and multiple premiums may apply when criteria are met. Walmart describes additional compensation and benefits including performance-based bonuses, medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), stock purchase, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, parental and family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty and voting leave, short- and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and the Live Better U education benefit program. Benefit eligibility and amounts may depend on job classification and length of employment, and benefits may be subject to change and plan terms.

Requirements

• Option 1: 3 years of experience in HVAC/grocery rack refrigeration; or 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.
• HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman qualification where required.
• One 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.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues.
• Proven 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.
• Proficiency in managing parts inventory, vendor relationships, and service workloads.
• Effective communication skills for accurate documentation and collaboration across teams.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a 2-year technical/vocational HVAC/R program or a 2-year Associate of Applied Science degree 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 contribute to special projects.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus awards.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Stock purchase.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave; PTO and/or PPTO may be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Parental leave.
• Family care leave.
• Bereavement leave.
• Jury duty leave.
• 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 tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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