Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services-DOT

Walmart•Alabaster, AL

2d•$19 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating a department and performing related duties as assigned. The Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services supports safe, compliant, and cost-effective facility operations by maintaining exterior areas, equipment, and vehicles; coordinating service providers and purchases; and responding to facility users’ needs. The role includes seasonal maintenance such as snow and ice management, landscaping, shopping-cart preventive maintenance and service, and case cleaning. It also involves developing project scopes and cost estimates, managing budgets and purchases, and identifying opportunities to improve facilities and reduce operating costs. The position requires compliance with company policies, ethics standards, OSHA and EPA regulations, and applicable safety procedures. The technician operates and inspects heavy machinery, powered equipment, and vehicles, performs required safety checks, and addresses or escalates hazards and equipment issues. The role also includes coordinating vehicle maintenance, ensuring vehicle documentation and insurance are valid, and following company requirements for vehicle storage and parking. The technician leads third-party providers by coaching and evaluating performance, directing quality assurance inspections, and supporting professional development. The role works with managers, associates, customers, and business partners to complete assignments, communicate progress, resolve problems, and support Walmart’s values and continuous improvement. The position is based at the Walmart location listed in Alabaster, Alabama.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Valid state-issued driver’s license.
No DUI, DWI, OUI, or reckless-driving conviction involving alcohol or drugs within the last three years.
If driving a commercial motor vehicle, no more than two moving violations in the last three years.
If operating a commercial motor vehicle, no serious traffic violations as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations in the last three years.
If operating a commercial motor vehicle, no preventable accidents as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations in the last three years.
Successful completion of a DOT physical and medical certification before hire.
Ability to read and speak English, as required by section 391.11(b)(2) of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Two years of experience in the landscaping or gardening industry.

Nice To Haves

Ability to successfully complete a DOT physical and obtain medical certification during pre-hire contingency, and maintain a minimum 90-day Medical Examiner’s Certification card.
Associate’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Maintenance, Construction Management, or a related area.
Experience managing third-party providers.
Intermediate-level proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in speaking and understanding Spanish.
State or local licensing where required.

Responsibilities

Operate a department and perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned or necessary.
Promote and support compliance with company policies, procedures, ethics, and integrity standards; use the Open Door Policy and assist management with ethical and compliance issues.
Perform work in accordance with OSHA and EPA regulations and Walmart Exterior Service safety and environmental guidance.
Control costs by comparing prices for parts, equipment, and travel-related expenses, and submit warranty claims.
Complete and submit expense vouchers, weekly summaries, work orders, and other forms to Regional Managers and Home Office associates.
Lead third-party providers, foster professional growth, coach and evaluate performance, and direct quality assurance inspections.
Communicate with facility users, support event needs, provide customer service, and resolve customer problems and complaints.
Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy work environment for associates.
Evaluate replacement needs for landscaping materials and plants, implement facility upgrades, and identify improvements that support sustainability and lower operating costs.
Coordinate with Home Office support to standardize equipment and reduce stock on hand; source tools and equipment for repairs and ensure completed work meets quality and safety requirements.
Prepare and execute budgets, develop project cost estimates, approve purchases, provide technical purchasing assistance, and verify receipt and acceptance of purchases.
Gather capital expenditure lists and develop scopes of work for facility assets and services, including landscaping, snow events, seasonal case cleaning, and seasonal shopping-cart preventive maintenance and service; identify other regular-service issues.
Perform seasonal exterior maintenance, including snow and ice management, operating snow-removal equipment, applying de-icing materials, clearing walkways and drives, and supporting winter preparedness and response.
Maintain vehicles in basic working mechanical and clean condition; coordinate required vehicle maintenance and arrange alternate driving support beforehand.
Safely operate motor vehicles; ensure required vehicle documents are present; check fuel and water levels, brakes, signals, and lights; submit maintenance invoices; and verify vehicle insurance coverage and validity.
Wear the company uniform and badge in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Operate, inspect, and maneuver heavy machinery and powered equipment in accordance with training, certification requirements, and safety procedures.
Perform pre-operation safety checks and post-operation inspections; identify unsafe conditions, malfunctions, and hazards, and take corrective action or escalate as required.
Secure vehicles when not in use, store keys according to protocol, keep vehicles available for inspection or reassignment, and park assigned vehicles at designated Walmart locations.
Complete work assignments and priorities using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, coworkers, customers, and business partners; communicate progress; and recommend improvements.
Demonstrate Walmart values by respecting individuals, building trusting team relationships, mentoring others, acting with integrity, serving customers and members, and pursuing continuous improvement.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus awards.
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.
Live Better U education benefit, with tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs.
Premium pay may apply in specific circumstances.