Specialty Equipment (Food Technician)

Intellisource Colorado • Yuma, AZ

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About The Position

Walmart is seeking a Specialty Equipment (Food Technician) to perform routine maintenance and repairs that support the safety, functionality, and appearance of Walmart facilities, equipment, and fixtures. Working under the supervision of the local General Maintenance Manager, the technician follows maintenance schedules and guidelines, inspects and tests equipment, and cleans and repairs facilities and equipment. The role services commercial food equipment and grease and oil systems, and uses skills across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and material handling equipment maintenance.

The technician uses a work order management system to respond to repair requests, documents work and maintenance activities, and responds promptly to emergency maintenance calls. The role also includes training Store Associates in equipment care and cleaning and completing required safety training. Success involves effective preventative maintenance, safe and functional equipment, accurate documentation, good customer service, and understanding how to limit cross-contamination risks in food production areas.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational or technical certification and one year of experience, or two years of total work experience, in plumbing, electrical, material handling equipment, or a related trade.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Ability to move up and down ladders frequently and work at heights frequently.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in various temperatures.
• Must maintain an excellent driving record.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing commercial food equipment.
• Ability to develop and follow preventative maintenance schedules.
• Capability to train Store Associates on equipment care and cleaning.
• Competence in managing work orders and maintenance logs.
• Clear, transparent, and respectful communication.
• Ability to handle changing and competing demands.
• Strong collaborative skills and belief in Servant Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Walmart facilities, equipment, and assets using multiple craft skills, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, material handling equipment, and food equipment maintenance.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and other equipment to complete maintenance jobs.
• Use the work order management system to receive reactive repair work orders and document repair activities.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance calls.
• Inspect, operate, and test facilities, equipment, and fixtures to diagnose issues.
• Follow established maintenance schedules and guidelines and perform inspections, cleaning, and repairs.
• Train Store Associates in equipment care and cleaning.
• Complete required training to operate equipment and tools safely.
• Maintain accurate and timely work orders and maintenance logs.
• Apply food safety knowledge to limit cross-contamination risks in food production areas.

Benefits

• $2,000 sign-on bonus for select locations.
• Eligible for bonus incentive; an additional bonus may be available and will be disclosed during the interview process.
• 10% Walmart discount.
• Paid time off that accrues.
• Health, vision, dental, and life benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Eligible to participate in the Associate Stock Purchase Plan.
• Free college through Live Better U, a Walmart-paid education benefit program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED