FAC ENG/REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 1

About the Role

Assist with refrigeration and HVAC maintenance, repair, and support for assigned service calls. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we serve customers in over 120 stores across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family, we bring together diverse teams with a passion for food and people to feed the human spirit through innovation, customer experience, and community impact.

Benefits

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay (eligibility based on role and length of service)
• Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and confidential financial coaching via Goldman Sachs Ayco
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, and technology
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through the Continuing Education program
• Industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways for growth

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of proven refrigeration/HVAC experience with satisfactory performance
• EPA Type 2 Certification
• Experience reading engineering drawings, manuals, and schematics
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime

Responsibilities

• Drive independently to stores daily as assigned
• Assist with and perform preventive maintenance tasks for buildings and equipment
• Troubleshoot issues and repair equipment as directed
• Assist in compressor, large motor, and component replacement
• Maintain an accurate and organized inventory of parts
• Operate equipment, vehicles, powered industrial trucks, and aerial lifts safely
• Clean and maintain company service vehicles (if assigned)
• Communicate with store personnel regarding equipment use to reduce repeat calls and overtime
• Use the company email system for messaging
• Complete repair, labor, parts purchasing, and usage documentation in a timely manner
• Comply with all department and company policies and procedures
• Assist other skilled trade technicians in repairs as requested

Physical Demands

• High aptitude for standing, walking, sitting (while driving), lifting/carrying up to 70 pounds, pushing/pulling, climbing ladders, bending, squatting, and kneeling
• Work in varying temperatures inside and outside the store
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation