FAC ENGINEERING/ASSISTANT MAINTENANCE MANAGER - Ralphs

Position Summary:
Assist in supervising a staff of facilities maintenance technicians who perform maintenance services, implement preventive maintenance programs and perform energy maintenance repairs for retail stores and company facilities, buildings and grounds. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Based in California, Ralph's merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Ralphs customers in over 180 stores throughout the state.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Ralphs family!

Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:
• Senior Technician
• Refrigeration/HVAC maintenance experience
• Ability to read engineering drawings and manuals
Minimum Position Qualifications & Education Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years proven management experience within a maintenance organization
• Proficient skill level using Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• EPA Type 2 Certification
• Must hold and maintain a valid drivers license
• Ability to travel independently (up to 25%)
• Level 7 - 5+ years proven management experience within a maintenance organization and proficient in all essential job functions

Essential Job Functions:
• Perform all functions and duties of the maintenance role with direct guidance and oversight from the maintenance manager.
• Assist in managing maintenance budgets, service levels and repair effectiveness.
• Partner with the maintenance manager to provide oversight for company and EPA regulations associated with refrigerant usage and manage to ensure compliance.
• Identify the training and training resources needed for technician staff to comply with EPA, OSHA, and company standards.
• Assist in developing and executing the divisions equipment break/fix maintenance and preventative maintenance programs.
• Manage third-party contracted maintenance service as directed.
• Reduce energy costs by incorporating best practices into maintenance technicians daily activities.
• Take immediate action with appropriate technician(s) regarding potential refrigerant usage issues and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure maintenance software best practices are being utilized to drive efficiencies.
• Support construction and minor capital teams with project scoping, design criteria and quality control.
• Coach maintenance technicians to follow Facility Engineerings safety standards and training by providing support to the safety coordinators directives.
• Manage company best practices for inventory management in the maintenance facility and service vehicles.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.