Technician, Facility Services, HVAC-Refrigeration

Walmart • Albuquerque, NM

9d • $29 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

Installs, configures, maintains, and repairs commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems, including ductwork, control panels, building pneumatics, low ambient systems, direct digital controls, rack systems, walk-ins, reach-ins, and supermarket refrigeration units. Interprets layouts and schematics, diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues, and performs preventive maintenance and routine system checks. Ensures work complies with applicable building codes, OSHA standards, EPA refrigerant-handling protocols, and federal, state, and local HVAC/R regulations, including cold-chain and indoor-air-quality requirements. Reclaims ozone-depleting refrigerants and documents refrigerant usage.

Leads field teams and mentors Technicians and Apprentices, communicates service issues and outcomes to customers, manages escalated issues, and coordinates with external service providers. Works under the direction of Managers and Training Technicians, follows assigned priorities, and assists with training plans and operational procedures. Uses digital tools and scheduling systems to coordinate service calls, manage workload, and track refrigerant, parts, and vendor resources. Submits warranty claims, expense reports, work orders, and maintenance invoices.

Drives and maintains a company vehicle, including arranging required maintenance and alternate driving support, checking vehicle condition and required documents, and verifying insurance coverage. Works or trains at multiple facilities or distant locations and participates in an on-call rotation, responding to business-critical requests outside standard business hours. Wears the company uniform and badge and follows company policies and procedures. The role also involves leading and participating in teams, supporting customers and business partners, adapting to change, and promoting company policies, ethics, integrity, and Walmart values.

The hourly wage range is $29.00–$58.00, with possible additional premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specified circumstances. Walmart describes its compensation as including performance-based bonus awards and offers benefits subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Requirements

• Option 1: Vocational or technical HVAC/R certification and 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or a construction-related field involving commercial HVAC/R and building controls.
• Option 2: 4 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or a construction-related field involving commercial HVAC/R and building controls, or a related field.
• Hold and maintain Type I and Type II or Universal Environmental Protection Agency certification for refrigerant handling.
• HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman qualification where required.
• 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.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to business-critical needs outside standard business hours.
• Ability to work or train at multiple facilities or distant locations.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a 2-year vocational or technical HVAC/R program.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Mechanical license in the city and/or state where the job is located.
• Prior work experience reading blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Prior work experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install HVAC and refrigeration systems, including ductwork, control panels, and building pneumatics.
• Configure and calibrate low ambient systems and direct digital controls to operational specifications.
• Interpret layout plans and schematics to ensure accurate setup and compliance with building codes.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues in commercial and industrial systems.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and perform routine system checks, maintenance, and repairs.
• Maintain and repair rack systems, walk-ins, reach-ins, and supermarket refrigeration units.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC systems and Energy Management Systems; identify issues and coordinate maintenance or repairs under Manager and Training Technician supervision.
• Use heavy machinery and follow OSHA standards and EPA 608 refrigerant-handling protocols.
• Conduct inspections and repairs in compliance with applicable HVAC/R regulations, including cold-chain and indoor-air-quality requirements.
• Reclaim ozone-depleting refrigerants and document refrigerant usage.
• Lead field teams and mentor less-experienced Technicians and Apprentices on technical procedures and safety practices.
• Communicate technical issues and service outcomes to customers, manage escalated service issues, and coordinate with external service providers as needed.
• Follow instructions from Managers and Training Technicians and assist with training plans and operational procedures.
• Drive a company vehicle to complete service calls and meet operational needs within an assigned region.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond promptly to incidents or requests during assigned periods, supporting resolution or escalation.
• Coordinate service calls and workload using digital tools and scheduling systems.
• Track refrigerant levels, parts inventory, and vendor relationships; submit warranty claims, expense reports, and work orders.
• Complete work assignments and priorities using HVAC/R policies, data, and resources, and collaborate with management, coworkers, customers, and business partners.
• Work or train at multiple facilities or distant locations.
• Maintain company vehicles, arrange required maintenance and alternate driving support, safely operate vehicles, check vehicle condition and documents, verify insurance coverage, and submit maintenance invoices.
• 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 work, supporting timelines and quality, and helping others adapt to change.
• Develop, communicate, and implement processes and practices; analyze information, monitor results, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Promote compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethics standards; guide others, use the Open Door Policy, and assist management in correcting ethical and compliance issues.
• Model Walmart values by respecting individuals, acting with integrity, serving customers and members, and striving for excellence.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Stock purchase.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, and PTO/PPTO usable for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Parental leave and 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 for eligible full-time and part-time associates, with tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs.
• Performance-based bonus awards.
• Additional hourly premiums may apply in specified circumstances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed