Service Shop Preventative Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift

About the role

The Service Shop Preventative Maintenance Technician works the first shift in Palestine, TX, performing inspections, repairs and preventative maintenance on a variety of Walmart equipment, including trailers, tractors, yard trucks and shop tools. The role ensures equipment reliability while adhering to safety and DOT regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct basic to intermediate inspections and preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Create and process work orders, assess repair needs, identify required parts and select appropriate solutions.
• Repair and replace brake system components, air‑anti‑skid systems, ABS disc brakes, and leaky wheel seals.
• Dismount and install tractor‑trailer tires following company and Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
• Receive fuel drops, perform fuel sampling, monitor tank levels, and complete related paperwork.
• Maintain accurate records, logs and documentation in both paper and computer‑based systems.
• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and internal teams both verbally and in writing.

Required profile

• Ability to follow company policies, safety procedures and DOT regulations.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with coworkers, managers and external partners.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Preventative maintenance techniques
• Brake system repair (air‑anti‑skid, ABS disc brakes)
• Wheel seal replacement
• Tractor‑trailer tire dismounting and installing
• Fuel sampling and handling procedures
• DOT compliance knowledge
• Work order creation and processing
• Accurate record‑keeping and documentation

What we offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• Full‑time first‑shift schedule
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and integrity