(USA) Technician, Facility Services, Irrigation Exterior Services

Position Summary

As a Technician in Facility Services, Irrigation Exterior Services at Walmart, you'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems, ensuring efficient operation and a well-maintained outdoor environment.

Job Overview

At Walmart, we're committed to providing exceptional service to our customers. This hands-on role requires a collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering quality work.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various irrigation system components, including wiring, controllers, valves, heads, rotors, main and lateral lines, drip lines, and bubblers.
• Operate specialized equipment and vehicles to complete tasks such as pressure testing, trenching, and pipe installation.
• Order irrigation supplies, spare parts, and equipment as needed, and obtain quotes from external contractors when required.
• Recommend and assist in prioritizing upgrades and replacements of systems and equipment.
• Respond promptly to work order requests and provide assistance through various communication channels.
• Leverage technology (phones, tablets, laptops) to complete work orders, maintain records, logs, and documentation.
• Ensure a safe work environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures, and reporting any violations to management.
• Perform seasonal maintenance tasks, such as winterizing irrigation systems and starting them up in the spring.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in the landscaping/irrigation industry, including plumbing and electrical troubleshooting.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid, state-issued driver's license.
• Hold a valid state-issued driver’s license for at least 3 years with a clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report.
• Ability to work alternative shifts, including overnight and weekends.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to work alternative shifts, including overnight or weekends.
• Option 1: 1 year’s experience in in plumbing, electrical, material handling equipment, or related area.
• Option 2: 2 years’ Walmart store experience.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle report.

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to interpret design drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Able to successfully complete a DOT physical and secure medical certification during pre-hire contingency and be able to maintain a minimum of a 90 day Medical Examiner’s Certification (MEC) card.
• Experience in landscaping/irrigation with plumbing and electrical troubleshooting.
• Prior work experience with water conservation practices.
• Proficient in speaking and understanding Spanish.
• State/local licensing where required (for example, Florida, Texas, California, etc).

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see here. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For Information About Benefits And Eligibility, See One.Walmart.