Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services - US

Role summary: The Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services, oversees and supports associates by assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards. This role manages landscape maintenance, seasonal exterior activities, and equipment operation while providing technical guidance and coordinating resources to maintain facility quality. The position involves evaluating improvements, managing budgets, and ensuring vehicles and machinery are maintained and operated safely. The Lead Technician fosters teamwork, drives continuous improvement, and upholds Walmart’s standards of integrity and service to deliver a safe, efficient, and well-maintained exterior environment. About the team: The Exterior Services Crew Lead is part of a dedicated facilities team responsible for maintaining multiple Walmart locations within a designated territory. This team ensures exterior maintenance, landscaping, grounds care, and site appearance meet established standards. The Crew Lead organizes daily tasks, oversees quality and safety, and collaborates with store leadership, vendors, and Facility Services managers. Through effective leadership and clear communication, the team delivers a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment that supports Walmart’s customers, associates, and business operations across various sites.

What you’ll do…

What you’ll do:

• Supervise and support associates by assigning duties, providing feedback, and monitoring performance to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Train and coach associates on company policies, procedures, and compliance with external regulations such as OSHA and DOT.
• Manage landscape maintenance, including planting, pruning, pest control, and seasonal exterior tasks like snow and ice removal.
• Operate and maintain heavy machinery and vehicles, ensuring safety checks and proper documentation are completed.
• Coordinate equipment purchases, repairs, and inventory to optimize operational efficiency and cost control.
• Lead teams to meet business priorities, promote continuous improvement, and maintain a safe work environment.

Landscaping, Performance Analysis, Leadership, Corporate Policies, Safety Standards, Technical Leadership, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Business Operations, Quality Management, * Proven leadership experience supervising and developing associates in a facility services environment.

• Strong knowledge of landscape management, horticulture methods, and exterior maintenance practices.
• Ability to operate, inspect, and maintain heavy machinery and powered equipment safely and efficiently.
• Skilled in applying safety standards and ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and other regulations.
• Experience managing budgets, sourcing equipment, and coordinating maintenance activities.
• Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills to address facility user concerns.
• Proficient in leveraging technology for work order management and documentation., Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Ability to to successfully complete a DOT physical and secure medical certification during pre-hire contingency and ability to maintain a minimum of a 90 day Medical Examiner’s Certification (MEC) card. Valid state-issued driver’s license and able to pass a motor vehicle report. No convictions for DUI, DWI, OUI, or reckless driving involving alcohol or drugs within the last three (3) years. No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years, if driving a commercial motor vehicle. No serious traffic violations (as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations) in the 3 years, if operating a commercial motor vehicle. No preventable accidents (as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations) in the last 3 years, if operating a commercial motor vehicle As required by section 391.11(b)(2) of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, ability to read and speak in the English language. 2 years’ experience in the landscaping/gardening industry.

Preferred Qualifications…

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Associate’s degree in horticulture or related area., Certified nursery and/or landscape professional., Experience as landscaping/gardening crew leader or supervisor., Experience using intermediate level functionality of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software (for example, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)., State/local licensing where required (for example, Florida, Texas, California).

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 https://one.walmart.com/notices. 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. The hourly wage range for this position is $23.00 - $45.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.