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