As a Publix Refrigeration Technician, you will have the opportunity to provide premier customer service to our retail stores through daily preventive maintenance and service of our refrigeration rack systems. You can make a difference in the quality and reliability of our refrigeration systems by applying your expert knowledge of the trade while serving as a full time Publix associate.
Primary responsibilities include:
performing preventive maintenance and repairs on the rack refrigeration systems for all refrigerant types in Publix retail locations (R-22, R-404A, R-448A, R-449A, R-744, Glycol, etc.)
performing preventive maintenance and repairs on the refrigeration systems of remote cases
performing general maintenance and repairs on refrigeration controllers and Energy Management Systems
providing training and mentoring to less experienced refrigeration technicians on maintenance of advanced refrigeration systems
performing general administrative tasks, including:
maintaining vehicle inventory and cleanliness
reconciling credit card statements and other paperwork associated with the position
responding to emergencies after normal working hours and weekends when needed
high school diploma or its equivalent
HVAC or Refrigeration Trade school completion or equivalent
five (5) years working in supermarket refrigeration
ability to read and interpret schematics involving integrated systems of electrical, EMS, mechanical, refrigeration and plumbing
expert knowledge of refrigerant management usage; EPA Clean Air Act, understanding of various refrigerants and usage, etc.
intermediate knowledge of computerized maintenance field service management systems
intermediate knowledge of EMS and Case Controller Programming languages
time management skills
advanced knowledge in Food Safety
ability to analyze information and data
ability to communicate both verbally and in a written format
interpersonal skills and the ability to manage a group of people
willingness to work a flexible schedule; including nights, weekends, and to travel with overnight stays
ability to lift/lower/climb ladders/walk on roofs
must by 21 years of age
must be able to have and maintain and excellent driving record
seven (7) years working in supermarket refrigeration service
knowledge of Publix Retail store operations
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 plan (with prescription benefits)
Group dental plan
Group vision plan
Sick pay
Long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life insurance (with accidental death and dismemberment benefits)
Supplemental life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
General equivalency diploma reimbursement
Vacation pay
Holiday bonus
Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
Direct deposit of your earnings
Credit union
Recognition for continuous service through service awards at five-year intervals
Access to over 50 discount offers including discounts on computer, vehicle and wireless service and device purchases
Associate wellness program which offers free health screenings and flu shots
6 paid holidays and premium pay for holidays (associates can exchange the following holidays with their manager’s approval: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day).
