About The Position
This is a SkillBridge Military Fellowship program offered by Walmart Inc., an authorized Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge industry partner. The program supports transitioning Service members by providing a hands-on fellowship during their final 180 days of service, offering training, development, and real-world experience aligned to in-demand roles. The 12-week program for Developmental Technicians specializing in General Facilities Maintenance includes 5 weeks of structured, classroom-based training at UHP in Northwest Arkansas (with room and board covered), followed by 7 weeks of on-the-job training at a separate location, where candidates are paired with an experienced maintenance technician. The fellowship aims to help candidates translate military experience into civilian skills, build role-specific capabilities through mentorship and learning, and develop a network for post-separation employment. Participants continue to receive military pay and benefits and are not eligible for compensation from Walmart during the SkillBridge period. While job opportunities may be available after program completion, full-time employment is not guaranteed. The role involves maintaining the safety, functionality, and aesthetics of Walmart stores, equipment, and fixtures under the guidance of a local General Maintenance Manager.
Requirements
- Active-Duty Service members of any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply for entry- to mid-level opportunities
- Participation requires command approval and adherence to all DoD SkillBridge guidelines
- 18 years or older
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Can lift to 50 lbs. at a time
- Move up and down ladders frequently
- Working at heights frequently
- Able to work in various temperatures
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Hold a valid, state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report
- Eligible for a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Valid Driver's License
- 1 years' experience in following trades: plumbing, electrical, material handling equipment, or related trade. OR 2 years Walmart store experience
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair Walmart facilities, equipment, and assets by utilizing multiple craft skills (for example, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, material handling equipment, and food equipment) and using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment to complete jobs
- Utilize the work order management system to receive reactive repair Work Orders to support Stores and Store associates and document repair activities
- Provide prompt response to emergency maintenance calls
- Inspecting, operating, or testing facilities, equipment, or fixtures to diagnose issues
- Complete all required training requirements to operate equipment and tools safely
- Translate military experience into civilian skills in a corporate and operational environment
- Build role-specific capability through training, mentorship, and on-the-job learning
- Develop a network and increase readiness for post-separation employment
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities, covering tuition, books, and fees for high school completion to bachelor's degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
