Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

Walmart•Valdosta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating a department and completing assigned job-related duties. The role prepares and executes project budgets, estimates costs, approves and verifies purchases, schedules and prioritizes internal projects, plans assignments, maintains workforce needs, documents discrepancies, and ensures projects are completed. It sources and approves materials, controls costs through price comparisons, submits warranty claims and required documentation, and coordinates with Home Office support to standardize equipment and reduce inventory. The technician leads third-party providers through coaching and performance evaluations, conducts quality assurance inspections, and provides customer service by assessing and resolving facility users’ concerns. The position maintains work environments in accordance with Walmart policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, safety, and environmental guidelines. It performs seasonal exterior maintenance, interior case cleaning, shopping-cart preventive maintenance and service, general repairs, and snow and ice management. It also evaluates landscaping replacement needs and implements facility improvements intended to support sustainability and reduce operating costs. The role sources tools and equipment, ensures completed work meets quality and safety requirements, and maintains company vehicles in safe, clean, and mechanically sound condition. Duties include arranging required vehicle maintenance, checking vehicle condition and required documents, verifying insurance, and submitting maintenance invoices. The technician operates, inspects, and maneuvers heavy machinery and powered equipment in accordance with training, certifications, and safety procedures; performs pre- and post-operation checks; and addresses or escalates unsafe conditions and malfunctions. The position is expected to model company policies, ethics, and integrity; use the Open Door Policy; collaborate with colleagues and customers; communicate progress; adapt to change and feedback; support team development; and demonstrate Walmart’s values of respect, integrity, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the landscaping or gardening industry.
Valid state-issued driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Maintenance, Construction Management, or a related area.
Experience in third-party management.
Experience using intermediate-level word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
State or local licensing where required, such as in Florida, Texas, or California.

Responsibilities

Prepare and execute budgets by developing cost estimates for requested and planned projects.
Approve purchases of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies; provide technical purchasing assistance; and verify receipt and acceptance.
Prioritize and plan internal scheduled projects, work assignments, and workforce needs; document discrepancies with punch lists and ensure assignments are completed.
Source, verify, and approve material requisitions; conduct price comparisons; submit warranty claims; and complete and submit required forms and reports.
Lead third-party providers by coaching them and conducting performance evaluations.
Develop and direct quality assurance inspections.
Communicate with facility users and assess and resolve customer problems and complaints.
Ensure work environments and work practices comply with Walmart policies, OSHA and EPA requirements, safety policy, and applicable environmental guidelines.
Perform seasonal exterior maintenance, interior case cleaning, and shopping-cart preventive maintenance and service.
Perform general maintenance, including snow and ice management, operating snow removal equipment, applying de-icing materials, and clearing walkways, drives, and exterior areas.
Evaluate landscaping and facility replacement needs and implement upgrades intended to support sustainability and lower operating costs.
Coordinate with Home Office support to standardize equipment and reduce on-hand stock.
Source tools and equipment for repairs and ensure completed work meets quality and safety requirements.
Maintain vehicles in clean and mechanically sound condition; coordinate required maintenance and alternate driving support; inspect vehicle condition and required documents; verify insurance; and submit maintenance invoices.
Safely operate motor vehicles and heavy machinery or powered equipment, including forklifts, material handling equipment, industrial machines, shop equipment, and vehicles.
Perform pre-operation safety checks and post-operation inspections; identify hazards or equipment malfunctions and take corrective action or escalate them.
Wear the company uniform and badge in accordance with company policy.
Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with stakeholders; communicating progress; identifying improvements; and adapting to change and feedback.
Model Walmart’s standards of ethics and integrity, use the Open Door Policy, support a culture of belonging, build trusting relationships, help and develop team members, put customers first, and pursue continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k).
Stock purchase plan.
Company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off, including sick leave.
Parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
Walmart-paid Live Better U education benefit, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible associates.
Performance-based bonus awards.
Potential premiums based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed.