(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS at Walmart

Hammond, Indiana, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • 2-5 years of landscaping/grounds experience
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience
  • Hold or obtain any certification or licensing as required by the specific state, city, or county for hazardous work such as pesticide or herbicide application
  • Hold or acquire DOT license and certification
  • 2-year accredited college course completion covering soil science, horticulture, weed management, and landscape design (preferred)
  • BA Degree in Horticulture or related field (preferred)
  • Well-versed in the life cycles and care requirements of plants
  • Competent in the use of equipment, tools, and crew management
  • Background in grounds/landscaping and knowledge of grasses, horticulture, and plant health and care

Responsibilities

  • Meet regularly with Store Management to define the property's exterior services needs, including turf, ornamental plants, ground cover, irrigation, lighting, and mulch
  • Conduct daily grounds inspections by walking the properties with attention to detail in overseeing the grounds and landscaping operations
  • Supervise and schedule workers who install and maintain landscaping
  • Ensure all safety and training requirements are met and adhered to by workers for the safe operation of equipment and handling of hazardous materials
  • Manage 3rd party contractors who would conduct any work outside the normal scope of internal team members
  • Maintain and oversee DOT requirements for self and team members
  • Oversee both the landscape project plan and the team members who implement it

Skills

landscaping
grounds maintenance
horticulture
plant care
crew management
landscape project management
grasses knowledge
plant life cycles

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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