JOB FUNCTION:
As an Assistant Refrigeration Manager, you will provide technical support to store personnel and local service technicians for retail refrigeration systems. This position will be responsible for overseeing a team of technicians, ensuring optimal functionality of refrigeration equipment through preventative maintenance and repairs, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide technical support to local service technicians and store personnel.
- Support retail refrigeration processes acting as the liaison to service contractors.
- Direct and oversee the work of service contractors.
- Oversee Fareway field technicians in day-to-day responsibilities.
- Assist with training and developing new technicians.
- Respond to phone calls both during working hours and after working hours from store personnel and service contractors.
- Act as a point of contact for retail locations in the event of power outages.
- Communicate regularly with the Refrigeration Manager to provide updates on project status, equipment performance, and any issues that arise.
- Manage refrigeration aspects of assigned projects with the guidance of the refrigeration manager.
- Collaborate with other departments related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration systems.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of experience installing and servicing refrigeration systems.
- State refrigeration license and EPA Certification required.
- Experience diagnosing refrigeration systems and controls.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical instructions.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience managing projects preferred.
- Proficient with Microsoft office applications.
- Familiarity with maintenance management software and procurement systems preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- This position is based out of the Fareway ECM Office located in Boone, IA.
- Periodic overnight travel is required.
- Valid driver's license is required, with the ability to travel to various retail locations within our seven-state region using a personal vehicle.
- Travel per diem is provided to cover business-related travel expenses including mileage, lodging, and meals.
- Normal work schedule is 48 hours per week.
BENEFITS:
- Saturdays off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Discount
- Weekly Pay
- On-the-job, paid training
- Comprehensive Medical/Rx
- Health Savings Account
- Flex Spending Account - Medical
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance/AD&D
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 401(l) Retirement Planning (With company match)
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Student Loan Paydown Program
- EOE