Director, Facilities Maintenance - Central Utility Plant (Hot Water, Chilled Water, Electricity, and Potable Water)
Walmart
Position Summary...
Director, Facilities Maintenance – Central Utility Plant (Hot Water, Chilled Water, Electricity, and Potable Water)Location: Bentonville, AR
The Director of Critical Infrastructure is responsible for overseeing the daily operations for the Central Utility Plant (CUP), which produces and distributes hot water, chilled water, electricity, and potable water to support campus operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing complex utility systems. This role is critical to ensuring the reliable, efficient, and safe delivery of utilities to meet the needs of our campus.
What you'll do...
Plant and Distribution System Operations: Oversee the 24/7 operation of the Central Utility Plant, including boilers, chillers, pumps, electrical systems, and water treatment facilities. Manage the distribution systems for hot water, chilled water, electricity, and potable water to ensure uninterrupted service to campus or facility buildings. Monitor system performance, analyze data, and optimize operations to maximize efficiency and reliability.
Team Leadership and Development: Lead, train, and mentor a team of operators, technicians, and support staff. Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and safe operations. Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Strategic Planning and Optimization: Develop and execute short- and long-term plans to modernize and improve plant and distribution system operations. Identify and implement energy efficiency initiatives and sustainability practices to reduce costs and environmental impact. Evaluate and recommend upgrades or replacements for aging infrastructure.
Budget and Resource Management: Prepare and manage the operations budget, including labor, materials, and equipment costs. Monitor utility consumption and costs, identifying opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements. Ensure proper inventory management of spare parts, tools, and supplies.
Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental, safety, and energy codes. Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and emergency drills. Maintain accurate records of operations, maintenance, and compliance activities.
Emergency Response and Reliability: Serve as the primary point of contact for operational emergencies, including system failures or outages. Develop and implement emergency response plans to minimize downtime and ensure rapid recovery. Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies during critical incidents.
Vendor and Contractor Management: Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure high-quality work and timely project completion. Negotiate contracts and service agreements to support plant and distribution system operations.
What you’ll bring:
7–10+ years in utility plant operations, with 3–5 years in a leadership role
Deep knowledge of boilers, chillers, electrical systems, water treatment, and distribution
Experience with SCADA, BAS, and CMMS technologies
Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in building automation systems (BAS), SCADA systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
Benefits & perks:
Beyond a great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Who we are:
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability—and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries—all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?
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 annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
- Stock
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Construction, or related field and 4 years' experience in facilities maintenance, construction, or related field OR 6 years' experience in facilities maintenance, construction, or related field.4 years' of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Facilities maintenance, construction, operations, or related field Masters: Business Administration Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification
