Area Manager, Transportation Service Shop (24/7)

Walmart Inc.; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Live Better U education benefit

Company discounts

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking an Area Manager – Transportation Service Shop to lead maintenance operations for Walmart’s private fleet and ensure safe, reliable delivery of goods to stores.

You will oversee a 24/7 service shop, drive safety and quality standards, and influence continuous improvement across the network. You will manage technicians, implement business plans, and monitor financial and operational performance, with a focus on fleet readiness, cost control, and customer

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Business/Logistics or related field with supervisory experience.
• 1 year Walmart Refurb/Service Shop or Walmart Logistics management experience or 3 years service shop technician experience.
• Industrial technical certification (e.g., ASE, DOT) and 1 year supervisory experience in heavy duty truck/trailer maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in daily service shop operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
• Implement the business plan for your area by setting goals, managing staffing and scheduling, assigning work, and coordinating workloads to meet performance targets.
• Lead preventative maintenance programs for tractors, trailers, and shop equipment to ensure fleet readiness.
• Prepare, review, and analyze operational and financial reports to monitor productivity and manage expenses.
• Monitor performance metrics, identify loss or inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure associates are trained on maintenance procedures, safety standards, and company policies.
• Supervise, develop, and engage associates through hiring, coaching, performance feedback, and career development.
• Promote open, two‑way communication and address associate concerns by partnering with leaders and support teams.
• Act as a safety champion, reinforcing Walmart’s zero‑loss mindset and leading by example.

Skills

Leadership

Safety standards

Staffing management

Financial analysis

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate's Degree in Business/Logistics

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Logistics

Industrial technical certification

Job description

Walmart Inc. in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking an Area Manager – Transportation Service Shop to lead maintenance operations for Walmart’s private fleet and ensure safe, reliable delivery of goods to stores.

You will oversee a 24/7 service shop, drive safety and quality standards, and influence continuous improvement across the network. You will manage technicians, implement business plans, and monitor financial and operational performance, with a focus on fleet readiness, cost control, and customer