Walmart is intensifying its efforts to address a national shortage of skilled tradespeople by expanding internal training programs that prepare employees for technical maintenance roles.
Key Takeaways
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Workforce development strategy: Walmart ramped up its internal training program to build a steady pipeline of maintenance technicians amid widespread labor shortages in the skilled trades.
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Career mobility and pay growth: Employees have seen their wages nearly double through specialized training, moving from entry-level to high-demand technical roles.
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Industry-wide implications: The initiative reflects broader business concerns over talent shortages, as companies and national business groups invest in long-term trade education.
