HVAC/R Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Directs enterprise-wide HVAC maintenance services and replacement operations while leading sustainability initiatives to optimize energy efficiency across HVAC and refrigeration systems.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs mechanical contractors in servicing and maintaining HVAC/R Systems across all stores, optimizing preventative maintenance to reduce operating expenses.
• Monitors facility HVAC/R systems via remote energy management systems and maintains emergency response for department operations.
• Develops long-term HVAC growth strategies and directs capital equipment replacements based on repair history and lifecycle analysis.
• Oversees HVAC operational expenditures by approving service invoices, negotiating vendor labor rates, asset management and managing Master Service Agreements and contractual terms.
• Coordinates projects and design options with the Construction and Design Project Managers on special projects, remodels and new store builds.
• Directs the capital and expense HVAC budgets and tracks period-end financial results.
• Drives energy efficiency projects and technology initiatives by using utility incentive programs and rate exceptions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Required Education: Technical School or vocational education
• Years of Experience: 5-8 years as a service technician in the HVAC/R field

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE

• Expert knowledge of energy management, HVAC, and refrigeration systems.
• Expert knowledge of the interface between the energy management system and central alarms.
• Working knowledge of union contract for Quipco internal maintenance team.
• Working knowledge of environmental and food safety procedures and standards that apply to the supermarket industry.
• Working knowledge of current desktop, laptop, mobile related items. Google, Danfoss, CPC, Emerson, Engie Utility Platform, DOMO and Verisae.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proven project management skills with experience in organizing, planning, and executing projects, involving internal staff, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues inhibiting the attainment of project goals and can develop and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to adapt to changes in project priorities.

FORMAL POLICY SETTING

• Provides input to the next highest level

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Walking

• Less than ½ day

Standing

• Less than ½ day

Lifting

• More than 50 lbs

Travel

• 0-25%

Work Environment

• Work environment is split between the stores, Store Support Center and job sites. The individual will be expected to evaluate roof top units.  Work does occur outside normal business hours, including on call availability 24/7.

The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Additional Requirements – Internal Candidates:

• Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.
• Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred.
• Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).
• If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.

Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.