General Merchandise Associate – Walmart – Strathmore, AB

Walmart Canada’s store in Strathmore, Alberta is looking for a General Merchandise Associate to join their retail team. This is a frontline role that puts you right at the centre of the customer experience — keeping shelves stocked, the sales floor organized, and shoppers feeling welcomed from the moment they walk in.

If you’re someone who enjoys staying active, helping people find what they need, and working alongside a team with a shared goal, this position offers a solid entry point into the retail industry with a company that operates coast to coast across Canada.

About the Role: General Merchandise Associate

As a General Merchandise Associate, your day revolves around maintaining a well-stocked and well-organized sales floor. You’ll greet customers, assist them in locating products, and help them make informed purchase decisions. Whether you’re zoning your assigned area, moving feature merchandise back to its modular home, or working recovery from the customer service desk, your contribution keeps the store running smoothly.

This role also involves setting and completing modulars, applying product protection where required, and assisting with front-end coverage when needed. Keeping a safe and hazard-free environment is a key part of the job — you’ll follow company policies and complete safety sweep logs as part of your regular duties.

Benefits and Salary

The minimum rate of pay for this position starts at $16.15 per hour. Walmart Canada also offers a competitive benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, life insurance, paid time off, a store discount, stock options, deferred profit sharing, and access to the Live Better U education program and EQ Health resources. Eligibility for certain benefits may depend on hours worked or employment status (full-time or part-time).

Responsibilities

Working as a General Merchandise Associate at Walmart Strathmore means wearing several hats throughout your shift. From customer-facing interactions to behind-the-scenes stocking and merchandising tasks, your work directly impacts both the shopping experience and overall store performance.

• Greet and assist customers in a polite and friendly manner, helping them locate products and make purchase decisions
• Resolve customer concerns on the spot and refer issues to the appropriate team member when needed
• Cover and zone assigned areas on the sales floor to maintain a neat and organized layout
• Move feature merchandise back to its modular home and work recovery items from the customer service desk
• Stock merchandise and downstock as applicable, applying product protection where required
• Set and complete modulars, including flex modulars and new shelf caps
• Assist with Front End coverage and communicate with colleagues to maintain adequate floor presence
• Uphold a safe, clean work environment by following company policies, completing safety sweep logs, and ensuring displays and fixtures are secure

Requirements / Skills

Walmart is looking for candidates who bring a positive attitude, a genuine desire to help customers, and the flexibility to work a variety of shifts. No formal qualifications are listed as mandatory, making this a great opportunity for those looking to start or grow a career in retail.

• Customer service mindset — you genuinely enjoy helping people and making their shopping experience better
• Team player — comfortable collaborating with colleagues across different areas of the store
• Flexibility — available for morning, afternoon, evening, and night shifts as needed
• Good communication skills — able to relay information clearly to fellow associates and customers alike
• Physical stamina — this role involves standing, walking, and handling merchandise throughout your shift
• Reliability and a positive attitude — showing up consistently and contributing to a supportive team atmosphere

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Walmart Canada job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.

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