(USA) Technician, Facility Services, HVAC-Refrigeration

Walmart•Hastings, MN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Installs, configures, diagnoses, 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, supermarket refrigeration units, and Energy Management Systems. Interprets layout plans and schematics and performs work in accordance with applicable building codes and HVAC/R regulations. Implements preventive maintenance, conducts inspections, resolves mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues, reclaims ozone-depleting refrigerants, and documents refrigerant use while following OSHA standards and EPA 608 protocols. Leads field teams and mentors Technicians and Apprentices, communicates service issues and outcomes to customers, manages escalated issues, and coordinates with external providers. Follows direction from Managers and Training Technicians, assists with training plans and procedures, and may work or train at multiple or distant facilities. Drives and maintains a company vehicle, completes service calls within an assigned region, and participates in an on-call rotation to support critical needs outside standard business hours. Coordinates service calls and workload using digital tools and scheduling systems; tracks refrigerant levels, parts inventory, and vendor relationships; and submits warranty claims, expense reports, work orders, and maintenance invoices. The role also includes leading and participating in teams, improving processes, supporting company policies and compliance, and demonstrating Walmart’s stated values and customer-service priorities. The position is based at the listed Hastings, Minnesota location. The hourly wage range is $29.00–$58.00, with potential premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specified circumstances. Walmart offers competitive pay, performance-based bonus awards, and a range of benefits; eligibility and amounts may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Requirements

Option 1: Vocational or technical HVAC/R certification and 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or a construction-related field for commercial HVAC/R and building controls.
Option 2: 4 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or a construction-related field for commercial HVAC/R and building controls or a related field.
Hold and maintain EPA Type I and Type II or Universal certification for refrigerant handling.
Hold an HVAC-R/Mechanical Journeyman qualification where required.
Have a valid state-issued driver’s license and the ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
Have no DUI, DWI, or OUI convictions on a commercial driving record within the last five years.
Have no more than two moving violations on a commercial driving record in the last three years.
Have no preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three years.
Have no serious traffic violations, as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three years.

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 set up systems accurately and comply with building codes.
Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues in commercial and industrial systems.
Implement preventive maintenance programs and maintain or repair rack systems, walk-ins, reach-ins, and supermarket refrigeration units.
Perform routine checks on HVAC systems and Energy Management Systems, identify issues, and coordinate maintenance or repairs under Manager and Training Technician supervision.
Follow OSHA standards, EPA 608 refrigerant-handling protocols, and applicable federal, state, and local HVAC/R regulations.
Reclaim ozone-depleting refrigerants and document refrigerant usage.
Lead field teams and mentor less-experienced Technicians and Apprentices on technical procedures and safety practices.
Explain 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 as directed.
Drive a company vehicle to complete service calls and meet operational needs within an assigned region.
Participate in an on-call rotation and respond in a timely manner to incidents or requests during assigned periods, resolving or escalating issues as needed.
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 assignments and priorities in HVAC/R service using applicable policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners.
Work or train at multiple facilities or distant locations.
Maintain company vehicles according to company policies, arrange required vehicle maintenance, and ensure alternate driving support is arranged beforehand when needed.
Safely operate motor vehicles; check vehicle documents, fuel and water levels, brakes, signals, and lights; verify insurance coverage and validity; and submit maintenance invoices for payment.
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 quality and timelines, and helping others adapt to change.
Develop, communicate, and implement processes and practices; analyze information, monitor progress and results, and address improvement opportunities.
Demonstrate and support compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethics standards, including assisting management with ethical and compliance issues.
Model the stated workplace values, build trusting team relationships, mentor others, prioritize customers, make information-based decisions, and pursue continuous improvement.

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.
Voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit for eligible associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for qualifying programs.