Assistant Refrigeration Manager (Full-Time)

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