Journeyman Electrician, Facility Services

Walmart•Iola, KS

5d•$33 - $63

About The Position

The Journeyman Electrician performs preventive maintenance and major and minor repairs on facilities, equipment, and fixtures, using electrical and other craft skills. The role inspects, tests, and diagnoses issues; uses blueprints, manuals, catalogs, tools, and equipment to complete repairs; responds to emergency calls; and documents maintenance and repair work. It also manages work orders, schedules, contractors, parts, equipment, invoices, and warranty claims while ensuring work meets safety, quality, and applicable regulatory requirements. The position supports safe facility operations by maintaining tools, vehicles, and equipment; operating vehicles and powered or heavy equipment in accordance with training and safety procedures; and participating in an on-call rotation approximately every 4–6 weeks. The associate coordinates with managers, coworkers, customers, contractors, and other business partners, follows company policies and standards, and may perform other facility-related maintenance duties as assigned. The role also includes leading and participating in teams, coordinating assignments, supporting others, and developing and improving processes to meet business needs. Walmart describes its expected behaviors through Respect the Individual, Act with Integrity, Serve our Customers and Members, and Strive for Excellence. The position is based at 2200 N State St, Iola, Kansas. The hourly wage range is $33.00–$63.00, with possible premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specified circumstances. Benefits include health coverage, financial benefits, paid time off, education benefits, and other programs, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the electrical trade.
Licensed Journeyman Electrician or equivalent in the state of work.
Valid state-issued driver’s license.
License in a related trade in the city and/or state of work.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a 2-year vocational or technical trade program.
Experience using intermediate-level word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance on facilities, equipment, and fixtures; inspect, clean, repair, document wear and tear, identify replacement needs, and recommend repairs.
Perform major and minor repairs using electrical and other craft skills; inspect and test equipment, diagnose problems, dismantle equipment to access defective parts, and document repairs.
Use blueprints, repair manuals, parts catalogs, hand tools, power tools, hoists, and other equipment as needed.
Respond promptly to emergency calls and participate in an on-call rotation approximately every 4–6 weeks, responding to incidents or requests and resolving or escalating issues.
Manage work orders, maintenance schedules, contractors, parts, equipment orders, purchases, usage records, warranty claims, and maintenance invoices.
Compare parts and travel costs; gather capital expense information; unload, store, and transport equipment between facilities.
Ensure work complies with OSHA and EPA guidelines and applicable federal, state, and local regulations; monitor contractor quality and safety compliance and report deficiencies.
Follow company policies, procedures, ethics standards, and the Open Door Policy; assist management with ethical and compliance issues.
Follow safety procedures, respond to work orders, complete documentation, and coordinate with managers, coworkers, customers, and business partners.
Maintain a safe work environment, report safety violations, and keep assigned tools, safety items, vehicles, trailers, and other equipment in proper working order.
Maintain vehicles in working and clean condition; coordinate required maintenance and arrange alternate driving support beforehand.
Safely operate motor vehicles, verify required vehicle documents, and check fuel and water levels, brakes, signals, and lights.
Verify vehicle insurance coverage and validity and submit maintenance invoices for payment.
Wear the company uniform and badge in accordance with company policies.
Operate, inspect, and maneuver heavy machinery and powered equipment; conduct pre-operation checks and post-operation inspections; identify hazards and malfunctions and take corrective action or escalate them.
Lead and participate in teams, coordinate work assignments, share resources and information, support others, and help meet timelines and quality expectations.
Develop, communicate, and implement processes and practices; monitor progress and results and identify improvement opportunities.
Demonstrate Walmart’s stated values by fostering inclusion, building relationships, mentoring others, acting with integrity, serving customers, and pursuing continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off, including sick leave, and paid parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
Live Better U, a Walmart-paid education benefit program for eligible full-time and part-time associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for qualifying programs.
PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes, subject to job classification and length of employment.