(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services - US

Walmart; Leesville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services, in Leesville, LA to oversee landscape and exterior facility standards. You will guide associates, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate equipment and maintenance while driving efficiency and sustainability within the facilities team.

The role emphasizes leadership, budget awareness, and the use of technology to track work orders and records.

Qualifications

• DOT physical required and ability to obtain MEC card.
• Valid state driver’s license and clean motor vehicle report.
• No DUI/DWI/OUI or reckless driving in last 3 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in last 3 years for commercial driving.
• No serious FMCSA violations in 3 years for commercial driving.

Responsibilities

• Supervise associates by assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing feedback to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Train and support associates on company policies and compliance with regulations such as OSHA and DOT.
• Manage landscape maintenance including planting, pruning, pest control, and seasonal exterior tasks.
• Operate and maintain heavy machinery and vehicles with safety checks and documentation.
• Coordinate equipment purchases, budget preparation, and maintenance to optimize operations and reduce costs.
• Lead teams by communicating goals and fostering collaboration to meet business priorities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Landscape management

Heavy machinery operation

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Budget management

Work order software

Education

Associate’s degree in horticulture

Certified nursery/landscape professional

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...Role summary:

The Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services, oversees and guides associates in maintaining high-quality landscape and exterior facility standards. This role ensures compliance with safety and operational policies while managing equipment, tools, and seasonal maintenance activities. The position involves coordinating work assignments, providing technical expertise, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility sustainability and efficiency. The Lead Technician also manages vehicle maintenance, enforces regulatory compliance, and fosters a collaborative environment to achieve operational goals and deliver exceptional service to facility users.

About the team:

The General Facilities Maintenance team ensures Walmart locations remain safe, functional, and welcoming through expert preventive maintenance, repairs, and inspections. Specializing in HVAC and refrigeration systems, the team manages schedules and promptly addresses facility needs to support reliable building operations. They adhere to safety standards and collaborate effectively to deliver quality results. Their proactive approach maintains efficient, dependable environments that enhance the experience for all facility users. Committed to operational excellence, this team sustains comfortable spaces that support Walmart’s ongoing business requirements.

What you'll do:

• Supervise associates by assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing feedback to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Train and support 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, budget preparation, and maintenance to optimize facility operations and reduce costs.
• Lead teams by communicating goals, supporting change, and fostering collaboration to meet business priorities.

What you'll bring:

• 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.
• Expertise in applying safety standards and ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and other regulations.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and delivering excellent customer service.
• Experience managing budgets, sourcing materials, and coordinating equipment maintenance.
• Proficient in leveraging technology to complete work orders and maintain accurate records.

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.

Minimum Qualifications...

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).

Primary Location... 2204 S 5TH ST, LEESVILLE, LA 71446-5318, United States of America

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.