Technician, Facility Services, HVAC-Refrigeration

About the role

The Technician, Facility Services, HVAC-Refrigeration, is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems in commercial and industrial settings. This role involves interpreting technical schematics, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

The Technician leads and mentors team members, manages service calls, and supports preventive maintenance programs to optimize system performance. Effective communication with customers and collaboration with management are essential to deliver reliable facility services while adhering to company standards and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and calibrate HVAC and refrigeration systems, including ductwork and control panels, ensuring compliance with building codes and operational standards.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues across commercial and industrial equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on refrigeration units, walk-ins, and HVAC systems.
• Conduct inspections and maintain documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, including refrigerant handling protocols.
• Lead and mentor field teams, providing technical guidance and promoting safety practices.
• Coordinate service calls, manage workload using digital tools, and communicate effectively with customers and management.
• Operate company vehicles safely to complete service assignments within assigned regions and participate in on-call rotations.

Requirements

• Proven experience installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems in commercial or industrial settings.
• Strong ability to interpret layout plans, schematics, and building codes to ensure accurate system configuration.
• Proficiency in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant-related issues and implementing preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and EPA 608 refrigerant handling protocols, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Skilled in operating heavy machinery and company vehicles safely, with valid documentation and adherence to maintenance policies.
• Effective communication skills to explain technical issues and collaborate with customers, management, and team members.
• Experience leading field teams and mentoring technicians on technical procedures and safety practices.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• Vocational or technical HVAC/R certification and 2 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance or construction-related field for commercial HVAC/R and building controls.
• 4 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance or construction-related field for commercial HVAC/R and building controls or related field.
• Hold and maintain Type I and Type II or Universal Environmental Protection Agency certification for refrigerant handling.
• Where required, HVAC-R/ Mechanical Journeyman.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and ability to pass motor vehicle report.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Completion of a 2-year Vocational or Technical HVAC/R program.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software.
• Mechanical license in city and/or state where job is located.
• Prior work experience reading blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Prior work experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.

Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.

Pay

The hourly wage range for this position is $29.00 - $58.00. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances.