Commercial Refrigeration Technician Serving Food Lion Brand Stores

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, supports five leading omnichannel grocery brands—Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford, and Stop & Shop—with services including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, and Technology.

About the role

Responsible for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on assigned stores’ HVAC, ice machines, and refrigeration systems. This position completes work orders, enters data into the maintenance service tracking system (Service Channel), and responds to after-hours calls. The role focuses on minimizing equipment failures, refrigerant loss, and optimizing energy efficiency by maintaining system set points to control Refrigeration/HVAC spend for assigned stores.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and efficient operation of assigned stores, including HVAC, electrical, lighting, energy management, and hardware.
• Plan and generate work orders, obtain necessary tools and materials, and complete system entries in compliance with EPA regulations.
• Inspect and evaluate all areas of assigned stores, troubleshoot and repair refrigeration systems, ice machines, air conditioning, heating, and related systems, and recommend improvements.
• Act as a trusted advisor to store managers and maintenance supervisors on repairs and upgrades.
• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines, including safe work habits, proper equipment use, and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate and conduct preventive maintenance tasks.
• Communicate building operations status and conditions to stakeholders, reporting potential or ongoing problems promptly.
• Update control set-points for refrigeration systems and EMS controls; troubleshoot electrical control wiring.
• Analyze mechanical operation of refrigeration and HVAC units for proper function.
• Assist supervisors in facilitating cost-effective repairs of electrical systems and building components, including doors, frames, gaskets, latches, and refrigerated case closures.
• Manage Refrigeration/HVAC spend, including equipment repairs, refrigerant leak rates, and economical maintenance methods.
• Respond to work order requests and after-hours emergency calls, including nights and weekends.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to meet business needs and support company values.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• EPA Certification (Universal).
• State licensures, if required.
• 3+ years of experience in a related field.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to multitask and troubleshoot effectively.
• Ability to climb ladders for service above ceilings and roof access.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs. and lift/move 100 lbs. (with assistance).
• Willingness to respond to after-hours/weekend emergency service calls.
• Excellent computer skills and both verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel daily throughout assigned region in a company-provided work vehicle.

About the company

Ahold Delhaize USA empowers associates to drive change, take ownership, and support local grocery brands. The company fosters a welcoming work environment focused on collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning. Guided by values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity, and humor, Ahold Delhaize invests in personal and professional growth, enabling associates to learn, grow, and deliver at all levels.