Licensed Manager - Hvac / Electrical / Plumbing:| $5,000 Sign-on Bonus (Finance)
Job Description: Put your contractor license to work leading a statewide team in the field.
Walmart is hiring Licensed Managers (HVAC/Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) to oversee a statewide network of service technicians performing maintenance, repair and installation work at commercial locations. You will serve as the qualifying license holder for Walmart's operations in your state and act as the technical leader, permit authority and compliance point person for your team.
This is a traveling leadership role, with approximately 25% or more travel within your region for inspections, meetings, audits and regulatory interactions. A work vehicle and tools are provided.
Who this role is a great fit for
Seasoned business owners, CEOs and senior trade leaders who want to keep leading, and keep using their license, without the stress of running a company, and want a role with a 401(k) and stronger benefits that set them up for a stronger retirement. If you have built a trade business and want a stable, well‑paid leadership role with the nation's largest private employer behind you, this is it.
What makes it different
Regional travel of approximately 25% or more, with a work vehicle and tools provided
Total compensation of roughly $159,000-$192,000 depending on pay zone, plus a $5,000 sign‑on bonus
A license differential of $11,700 a year for holding your license
Annual stock grant of $15,000 for your first three years
Day 1 health coverage and "unlimited" flexible time off (FlexTO), plus a 401(k) with a 6% company match to build your retirement
Compensation
Total compensation runs about $159,000-$192,000 a year depending on your pay zone, plus a $5,000 sign‑on bonus. Every zone includes a $11,700 license differential, a 15% target bonus and a $15,000 annual stock grant for your first three years.
Expect a 3-4% annual salary increase. Final offers reflect experience, license held, qualifications and location.
Benefits & Perks:
Benefits built to set you up for a stronger retirement: coverage on day one, an immediately available 401(k) with company match, stock grants and flexible time off.
Health coverage from day 1: medical, dental and vision, with Walmart covering 75%, for you and your dependents
FlexTO: "unlimited" sick and PTO. Do your job well and take the time you need, outside of required travel
401(k): available immediately, with a 6% company match beginning after your first year of employment
Stock: $15,000 annual stock grant for your first three years, plus access to the associate stock purchase plan
Paid holidays: including Thanksgiving and Christmas
Family leave: paid maternity and parental leave
Protection: life insurance, plus short- and long‑term disability
Live Better U: Walmart-paid tuition, books and fees, from high school completion through bachelor's degrees and short‑form certificates
Pay during military service
World‑class training
10% discount at Walmart and Sam's Club
Work vehicle and tools provided
What You’ll Do:
Serve as the qualifying license holder: transfer or designate your state contractor license for use by Walmart where state regulations permit, and keep it active and in good standing
Lead the team: directly manage and develop a team of licensed service technicians performing maintenance, repair and installation work across the state
Own permits and inspections: facilitate permit acquisition, schedule required inspections and ensure work meets applicable mechanical, electrical, plumbing and building codes
Manage compliance: monitor adherence to state and local regulations, conduct site inspections and audits, and keep up with regulatory and licensing changes through ongoing training
Be the technical resource: act as the go‑to expert for field operations, including root cause and breakdown analysis
Support contractors and vendors: work with contractors, vendors, store managers and Facility Services leadership on their needs
Report and analyze: track performance, compliance and service metrics and share them with leadership
Travel as needed: approximately 25% or more travel within your region for site inspections, meetings, audits and regulatory interactions
What You’ll Bring
License requirement (all roles): Candidates must hold an active state contractor license in HVAC/Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing, matching the trade of the position. All state and local licenses required for the position must be on record and in good standing, and must be maintained for the duration of employment. The specific license required for each state is listed in the table below.
Required
Active, valid state contractor license in the trade of the position, willing to transfer or designate it for use by Walmart where state regulations permit
Experience in facilities services or overall building maintenance (3-5 years ideal)
Hands‑on electrical, plumbing and/or mechanical experience
Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Problem‑solving skills, including root cause and breakdown analysis
Customer service orientation
Preferred
EPA Universal Certification
PMP certification
Lean Six Sigma
Experience owning or running a trade or contracting business
Required Licensing by State and Trade
Find your state and the trade of the position. Where a city or "local" is noted, the license is issued at that local level. All required state and local licenses must be on record and in good standing.
State
HVAC/R & Mechanical
Electrical
Plumbing
Wisconsin
HVAC Contractor
Electrical Contractor (a master is required; the business holds the contractor license)
Master Plumber
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