Ammonia Technician

At Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), we’re not just about business—we’re about building a community where you can thrive. Based in Tyler, Texas, BGC is home to five unique banners—Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's—operating over 215 + stores across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

We’re all about creating a workplace where you can thrive. At BGC, you matter, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is unlimited. Whether you're launching your career or ready to level up, you’ll find a supportive team, endless growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Wellness that works for you: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Flexibility and freedom: Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
• Ownership that empowers: 401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to.
• Savings for your lifestyle: Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most.
• Investing in your dreams: Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth.
• Adventure awaits: Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun.

When you join BGC, you’re not just starting a job—you’re becoming part of something bigger. We’re here to support your goals, inspire your journey, and celebrate your wins.

SCOPE OF WORK

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors ammonia refrigeration systems to ensure all components are operating within established set points and parameters.
• Performs routine maintenance on all mechanical and electrical ammonia refrigeration systems. Completes all required documentation.
• Interprets maintenance manuals and technical prints to facilitate troubleshooting procedures.
• Responds to system breakdowns and emergency situations with a sense of urgency. Complies with the Developed Mechanical Integrity program.
• Provides feedback on necessary changes to better align with Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).

SKILLS AND EDUCATION

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Intermediate knowledge of ammonia and refrigeration chemistry and operations.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a hazardous environment with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to learn new technology systems, methods and processes.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret information.
• Ability to reason, form concepts and recognize and solve problems.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to research information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Ability to use knives/box cutters.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery/ hazardous equipment.
• Ability to operate a fork lift/pallet jack.
• Ability to use precision hand tools.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to occasionally travel to off-site and out-of-town locations with possible overnight stays.
• Ability to work on-call and flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• May be required to drive in accordance with the BGC Driver policy.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED required. 
• Two or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and/or higher education required.
• Completion of vocational or technical school preferred.
• RETA CARO and/or CIRO certification preferred.
• RETA Operator I and II certification preferred.
• 24 Hour Hazardous Response certification preferred.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands:

• Continuously required to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception or the ability to focus.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to use hands for reaching, touching or handling.
• Frequently required to use fine finger movements (ex. sorting and typing).
• Frequently required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 75 lbs.
• Frequently required to bend, kneel or squat.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop or crawl.
• Frequently required to stand or walk.
• Occasionally required to sit for long periods of time.
• Attendance at work is required.

Work Context and Environment:

• Work is generally performed in Company retail stores, freezers/walk-ins, motor and electrical rooms, parking lots, and on roofs.
• May be exposed to ammonia-related chemicals.
• Frequently exposed to extreme cold conditions (non-weather) depending on area.
• Frequently exposed to extreme heat conditions (non-weather) depending on area.
• Frequently exposed to wet, slippery or damp conditions.
• Frequently exposed to outside temperatures and weather.
• Frequently exposed to industrial odors, fumes and dust.
• Frequently exposed to heights.
• Frequently exposed to confined spaces (ex. air vents, crawl spaces).
• Occasionally exposed to cleaning agents.
• Noise level varies.

DISCLAIMERS

Brookshire Grocery Company strives to provide a safe, drug-free and alcohol-free environment for its partners and guests. The company offers employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected classification.

Partners are expected to comply with federal and state laws as well as company policies and procedures pertaining to employment practices and any other areas related to this job’s functions.

The information on this job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document is intended for use by Brookshire Grocery Company management and its authorized designees. Any unauthorized dissemination, distribution, or copying of this information is strictly prohibited.

Ready to find your place? BGC is “A Career Where You Belong.” 

Brookshire Grocery Company strives to provide a safe, drug  and alcohol-free environment for its partners and customers. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age , disability, genetic information or military status and any other trait protected by law.