Description

Join the Publix Industrial Refrigeration team as a Refrigeration Technician (HVAC)! You’ll help service HVAC and refrigeration systems in our non-retail facilities to maintain a climate-controlled environment. Refrigeration Technicians perform preventive maintenance that incorporates industry best practices. They also troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment. Without our Refrigeration Technicians, Publix couldn't produce the volume and quality of products needed to serve our customers.Primary responsibilities for this position include the following:

Maintaining and operating the HVAC and refrigeration systems in the Jacksonville area.
Working from requests to repair and perform predictive and preventative maintenance procedures on HVAC and refrigeration systems including rooftop package units, split HVAC systems, walk-in coolers and freezers, ice machines and chilled water systems.
Guiding or training entry level refrigeration technicians including, but not limited to: day to day operations, inspections and inspection techniques, basic repairs and repair techniques, and conformance to all state, local, and Publix regulations and policies.
Participating in improvement activities that include improving the process, improving the work, and making recommendations for enhancing the systems by prioritizing work and minimizing down time to our HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Performing general housekeeping duties such as cleaning and washing equipment, maintaining clean work areas and a clean and organized company vehicle
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

The required qualifications for this position include:

Must be at least 20 years old
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain authorization to drive a company vehicle immediately after start date in the position
Ability to obtain an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 certification (within six months of his/her start date)
Ability to obtain medical clearance to wear respiratory protection (air purifying respirators) within two weeks of accepting the contingent offer (requires maintaining facial hair in a manner ensuring the respirator fits properly)
Ability to lift a minimum of 65 pounds
At least one year of experience in electrical systems including single and three phase motor systems, power distribution, and low voltage controls with the ability to troubleshoot to the component level
At least one year of experience with 480VAC three phase motor control systems
At least two years of experience in HVAC, chilled water, and refrigeration including maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration systems
Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings
Ability to respond to unplanned breakdowns with a sense of urgency
Ability to safely replace mechanical and electrical components including motors, motor starters, switches, solenoids, pumps, refrigeration valves, compressors, and auxiliary refrigeration equipment using Freon
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting techniques
Ability to conform to all OSHA, PSM, HAZMAT, and Publix safety programs and regulations
Ability to supply and maintain hand tools to accomplish daily duties
Ability to withstand walking, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing ladders, walking on roofs, and working in confined spaces
Good written and verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Ability to learn and understand proper handling and recycling instructions for chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC).
Ability to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
Capable of generating and processing work on a computerized maintenance management system
Basic math skills
Ability to be self-motivated and able to work independently with little or no supervision
Ability to demonstrate safe work habits
Ability to interpret, understand, follow, and communicate instructions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent attendance and punctuality
Ability to work well with others and as a team member
Willing to assist other team members in other areas
Ability to demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
Obvious enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work, and a
Commitment to Publix and our mission.

Preferred Qualifications

Hazmat Certification
NATE Certifications
Experience with Insight Control Systems
Experience with Carrier Comfort Link
Experience with Envision Control Systems

Hours of Work
8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday-Friday

Work Environment
Temperatures can range from -20 to 140 degrees. Work in confined spaces.

Frequency of Pay
Weekly

Minimum Base Pay
26.55

Maximum Base Pay
40.30

Potential Annual Base Pay
59,821- 83,818

Year End Bonus

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks’ pay.

Other Compensation Information

Benefits Information

Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
401(k) retirement savings plan
Group health, dental and vision plans plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
Visit our website to see all of our benefits: https://jobs-beta.publix.com/benefits/

Travel Frequency
0%

Address
9786 W Beaver St

City
Jacksonville

State
Florida

Zip Code
32220

Additional Information

Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.

For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.

Facility

Jax Fleet Maintenance / Garage B009

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