(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

Walmart; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Technician in Facility Services, where you'll oversee a dedicated team ensuring top-notch exterior maintenance. Your expertise in commercial landscaping and team leadership will be crucial in creating safe, clean environments for customers. This role offers the chance to develop your skills while making a tangible impact in maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces. With a focus on customer satisfaction and safety, this position is perfect for those passionate about landscaping and team dynamics. Embrace this opportunity to grow in a supportive and innovative workplace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in landscaping and leading teams.
• Strong knowledge of pest management and irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians in exterior services and maintenance.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Commercial landscaping

Team leadership

Customer service

Pest/disease management

Technology proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in horticulture

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Email software

Presentation software

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

Job Overview

At Walmart, we're seeking a dedicated Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services to join our team. In this year-round role, you'll lead a team of exterior service technicians, working in partnership to ensure exceptional service delivery and customer satisfaction. Your expertise in commercial landscape management and exterior building/grounds maintenance will be instrumental in maintaining our exterior spaces, fostering a safe and clean environment for our valued customers.

You can be successful if you have:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the commercial landscaping/exterior building maintenance and leading teams

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to facilitate required on-the-job training on processes, equipment usage, and asset safety practices to ensure an injury-free working environment

• Proficiency in utilizing technology (phones, tablets, laptops) for work order management and record-keeping

• Willingness and ability to perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, weed management, and other landscaping tasks with or without the use of specialized equipment

• Knowledge of planting, pruning techniques, and pest/disease management through chemical applications

• Experience in commercial exterior maintenance including irrigation, pressure washing, and exterior building/grounds maintenance

• Strong customer service orientation, with the ability to troubleshoot and prioritize work

• Commitment to upholding company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics, integrity, and safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required

Certifications

Valid, state-issued driver's license

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

• 21 years of age or older

• Valid, state-issued driver’s license

• 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

• Successful completion of a DOT physical and medical certification within 90 days of hire

• Ability to read and speak in the English language, as required by section 391.11(b)(2) of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

• 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

• Intermediate level functionality of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software (for example, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Landscaping/gardening crew leader or supervisor

• Proficient in speaking and understanding Spanish

• State/local licensing where required (for example, Florida, Texas, California)