Technician, Facility Services, HVAC-Refrigeration

Walmart•California, MD

27d•$32 - $64•Onsite

About The Position

Installs, configures, calibrates, 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 plans and schematics, performs preventive maintenance, and completes inspections and repairs in accordance with applicable building codes and federal, state, and local HVAC/R regulations. Follows OSHA standards and EPA 608 refrigerant-handling protocols, reclaims ozone-depleting refrigerants, and documents refrigerant use. The Technician leads field teams, mentors less-experienced Technicians and Apprentices, communicates service issues and outcomes to customers, and coordinates escalated issues and external service providers. Work is performed under the direction and guidance of Managers and Training Technicians, including following assigned tasks and assisting with training plans and operational procedures. The role drives a company vehicle, works or trains at multiple facilities or distant locations, participates in an on-call rotation, coordinates service calls using digital tools, and tracks refrigerant, parts, vendors, warranty claims, expenses, and work orders. It also includes maintaining company vehicles and required vehicle documentation, and wearing the company uniform and badge. The role collaborates with colleagues, management, customers, and business partners; helps develop and implement operational processes; and supports company standards for ethics, integrity, safety, customer service, teamwork, continuous improvement, and inclusion. Walmart offers competitive pay, performance-based bonus awards, and benefits that may include health coverage, paid time off, financial benefits, disability coverage, company discounts, education benefits, and other programs. Eligibility and terms depend on job classification and length of employment. The hourly wage range is $32.00–$64.00, with possible premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specific circumstances.

Requirements

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; alternatively, 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 Type I and Type II or Universal EPA 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 5 years.
No more than two moving violations in the last 3 years on the commercial driving record.
No preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last 3 years.
No serious traffic violations, as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last 3 years.
Ability to drive a company vehicle, work or train at multiple facilities or distant locations, and participate in an on-call rotation.

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 meet 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 across commercial and industrial systems.
Implement preventive maintenance programs and maintain and repair refrigeration and HVAC equipment, including rack systems, walk-ins, reach-ins, supermarket refrigeration units, and Energy Management Systems.
Conduct inspections and repairs in accordance with applicable regulations and cold chain and indoor air quality requirements.
Follow OSHA standards and EPA refrigerant-handling protocols; reclaim ozone-depleting refrigerants and document refrigerant use.
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 issues and coordinate with external service providers as needed.
Follow instructions from Managers and Training Technicians, complete assigned work, and assist with training plans and operational procedures.
Drive a company vehicle to service calls and operational needs within an assigned region; participate in an on-call rotation and respond to incidents or requests during assigned periods.
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.
Work or train at multiple facilities or distant locations.
Maintain company vehicles, arrange alternate driving support when vehicles require maintenance, operate vehicles safely, check vehicle condition and required documents, verify insurance, and submit maintenance invoices.
Wear the company uniform and badge in accordance with company policies.
Lead and participate in teams by sharing resources and information, coordinating assignments, supporting work quality and timelines, and helping others adapt to change.
Develop, communicate, and implement processes and practices; monitor progress and results and identify improvement opportunities.
Promote compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards, and assist management in addressing compliance issues.
Model respect, integrity, customer service, teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus awards
Medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off, including sick leave
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term disability
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