Jobs · Management · Colorado

Refrigeration Manager

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage · Lakewood, CO · 2 mo ago
Management$44/hrFull-time

Overview

The Job in a Nutshell: Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career within a fast-paced and dynamic team? We’re growing and actively seeking a dedicated Lead Refrigeration Coordinator to join our team! If you have over 5 years of hands-on experience in Refrigeration, HVAC, and maintenance services, we want you to bring your skills to our expanding operations. You will play a key role in installing, maintaining, repairing, and optimizing refrigeration and HVAC systems across multiple store locations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform installation, repair, and maintenance of rack refrigeration and standalone systems along with HVAC equipment.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues within refrigeration and HVAC systems to minimize downtime.
  • Adjusting refrigeration equipment settings remotely and onsite.
  • Being on call for store emergencies to make remote adjustments and advising stores and providers of the necessary steps to take to keep the system operational.
  • Review and manage work orders and proposals within the ServiceChannel platform ensuring timely and accurate updates along with real-time service approvals for providers.
  • Offering informed recommendations on pricing and necessary parts.
  • Proactively coordinating with provider account and service managers to resolve recurring or warranty related issues, driving cost savings and minimizing equipment downtime.
  • Ensuring compliance with safety and EPA regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.
  • Traveling to multiple locations within the Denver Metro and possibly other areas out of state to complete on-site repairs and regular maintenance.
  • Working with hand tools, digital tools, and other specialized equipment to complete repair tasks.
  • Maintaining accurate records of work completed, including detailed descriptions of services rendered, parts replaced, time spent on each task, refrigerant logging and tracking, and ordering of refrigerant for locations.
  • Collaborating with the team and providers to address any equipment failures and ensure quick resolution of issues.
  • Responding to repair requests as needed to minimize disruptions to store operations.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years experience as a Refrigeration Technician or Coordinator within a supermarket or retail environment including CO2 systems required.
  • Strong understanding of supermarket rack refrigeration systems, refrigeration cases, frozen cases, standalone systems, HVAC units, and related equipment including CO2 systems.
  • Experience working with and programming Emerson controllers.
  • Experience working with HVAC systems and components with a strong understanding of Trane equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be willing to travel to various sites within the Denver Metro area and possibly out of state.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation.
  • Universal EPA Certification for Refrigerant handling required.
  • HVAC/R certification required.

Benefits

  • All Crew Members Birthday Bonus Pay
  • Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
  • Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
  • Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
  • good4u Crew Member Discount {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
  • Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
  • Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
  • Health and Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
  • Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
  • Retailers’ Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
  • Diversity Statement
  • Physical Capabilities And Environmental Demands

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