Commercial Refrigeration Technician Serving Food Lion Brand Stores

About the role

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance, and repair needs of assigned stores, including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, lighting, energy management, and hardware.
• Plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment, and materials to complete assignments and work order system entries in a timely manner and in accordance with EPA Regulations.
• Inspect and evaluate all areas of assigned stores, offering suggestions for improvements; taking proper corrective action when necessitated (troubleshooting and repair of refrigeration systems, ice machines, air conditioning, heating, and related systems as appropriate, etc.).
• Act as a trusted advisor to recommend repairs and upgrades to assigned store managers and maintenance supervisors.
• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines, including practicing safe work habits, utilizing appropriate safety equipment, and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate and/or conduct the day-to-day organization, and completion of preventive maintenance.
• Effectively communicate to the appropriate stakeholders the status of building operations and conditions; promptly reporting any potential or ongoing problems.
• Update Control set-points for refrigeration systems and EMS controls.
• Responsible for electrical control wiring and troubleshooting of controls.
• Analyze mechanical operation of refrigeration and HVAC units for proper operation.
• Aid Supervisor in facilitating timely and cost-effective repairs of electrical, and building components and systems including doors, door frames, gaskets, latches, and closures on refrigerated cases.
• Accountable for Refrigeration/HVAC spend for assigned stores including repairs to equipment, refrigerant leak rate, and providing the most economical method to repair and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• EPA Certification (Universal)
• State Licensures, if required
• 3+ years' experience in a related field
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Ability to climb ladders for service above ceilings and roof access to equipment
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs. and lift/move 100 lbs. (with assistance)
• Ability to answer after-hours/weekend emergency service calls
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to travel daily, throughout assigned region, in company provided work vehicle