Walmart Canada · 1 month ago
Technician, General Facilities Maintenance – Journeyman Plumber
Walmart Inc. is a leading retail corporation seeking a Technician in General Facilities Maintenance with a focus on plumbing. The role involves performing routine maintenance, repairs, and managing work orders to ensure the safety and functionality of facilities and equipment.
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Responsibilities
Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure safety, proper functionality, and aesthetics of facilities, equipment, or fixtures by following established preventive maintenance schedules and guidelines; inspecting, cleaning, and repairing facilities, equipment, or fixtures; observing and documenting signs of wear and tear; gathering capital expense information; recommending repair needs to eliminate ongoing and future repairs; determining replacement needs; and documenting preventive maintenance activities
Performs major and minor repairs on facilities, equipment, or fixtures by utilizing multiple craft skills (for example, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, material handling equipment, food equipment); inspecting, operating, or testing facilities, equipment, or fixtures to diagnose issues; dismantling equipment, machines, or facilities to access and remove defective parts; diagnose problems utilizing blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary; utilizing hand tools, power tools, hoists, and other equipment; providing prompt response to emergency calls; and documenting repair activities
Manages work orders, maintenance schedules, and contractors by completing and providing required written and electronic information (for example, expense vouchers, weekly summaries, work orders, maintenance logs); conducting price comparison of parts and travel related costs; ordering parts and replacement equipment and tracking orders; recording purchases and usage; submitting warranty claims; complying with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and guidelines; ensuring quality work is completed that complies with federal, state, and local regulations; ensuring contractors follow Walmart quality standards, safety requirements, and meet contract requirements; identifying and reporting deficiencies; unloading and storing equipment; and transporting equipment between facilities
Leads and participates in teams by using and sharing resources, information, and tools; determining customer needs and business priorities; coordinating and executing work assignments; providing advice, feedback, and support to ensure timelines and work quality are achieved; and modeling and helping others with how to adapt to change or new challenges
Develops, communicates, and implements processes and practices to meet business needs by collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; analyzing and applying information from multiple sources; monitoring progress and results; and identifying and addressing improvement opportunities
Demonstrates, promotes, and supports compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by explaining, guiding, and demonstrating how to apply these in executing business processes and practices; implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and assisting management with correcting ethical and compliance issues and problems
Qualification
Required
Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems in large-scale commercial and industrial environments (e.g., restrooms, kitchens, mechanical rooms, water mains, compressed air lines, and fire suppression support systems)
Inspect, diagnose, and repair plumbing issues to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications for plumbing layouts in complex building systems
Maintain and repair high-capacity water heaters, boilers, backflow preventers, and industrial water systems
Test systems for leaks and performance using pressure gauges, flow meters, and other diagnostic tools
Ensure all work meets or exceeds local and national plumbing codes, OSHA standards, and Walmart's internal maintenance protocols
Coordinate with Facilities Maintenance, Electrical, and HVAC teams to ensure integrated building performance
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to apprentices or maintenance associates as needed
Maintain accurate records of repairs, materials, and inspections within Walmart's maintenance management systems
Support emergency response for plumbing failures and assist in preventive maintenance programs
Valid Journeyman Plumber License (state-certified)
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in commercial or industrial plumbing systems
Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, water distribution, and drainage in large facilities
Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, schematics, and specifications
Skilled in the use of pipe-fitting tools, diagnostic equipment, and safety practices
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Physical ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy materials and equipment; may involve working in elevated or confined spaces
Preferred
Experience with plumbing infrastructure in retail, warehouse, or manufacturing environments preferred
Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance systems (CMMS)
Intermediate level functionality of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software (for example, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
License in related trade in city and/or state where job is located
GED, High School
Benefits
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.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.
Company
Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada is a subsidiary of Walmart that operates a chain of more than 400 stores nationwide. It is a sub-organization of Walmart.
Funding
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2025-12-18
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