Let's talk about things at work!
Discrimination still happens
Not saying all stores are the same, but the discrimination I’ve witnessed firsthand is ridiculous. Favoritism, ignored complaints, and zero accountability.
Filing a Complaint Was a Headache
Tried reporting an issue to Walmart HR and it felt like it went into a black ho^e. No updates, no follow-up. Why even have a complaint system?
Walmart Interview Prep
Anyone know what questions Walmart asks in an interview for a stocker? Got mine coming up and wanna be ready.
Can Anyone Confirm This?
How long does a Walmart background check take for a job nowadays? I’ve seen people say anywhere from 2 days to 2 weeks. Which one is it?!
Starting Pay
What’s the Walmart starting pay in 2025? It seems to vary by location. New hires at my store said they started higher than I did two years ago.
PPTO explained like I’m new
Can anyone give me a “for dummies” version of Walmart PPTO explained? Just started a few weeks ago and honestly, I’m scared to use it wrong.
job performance reviews stress me out
do walmart job performance reviews actually matter for raises or promotions? or is it just a formality? curious how serious they take it.
Transfer Request Stuck on Pending
Anyone else have their Walmart transfer request status sit on “pending” forever? I applied three weeks ago and haven’t heard a thing.
What’s the Real PPTO Policy?
Okay, what’s the Walmart PPTO policy now? I’ve read three different versions and each one says something different about call-outs and lateness.
Path to Team Lead advice?
Anyone got solid advice on how to get promoted to team lead at Walmart? I’ve got the attendance, work ethic, and experience. Just not the title.
Anyone know the raise policy?
Does anyone know the current Walmart raise policy? I’ve been here over a year and still haven’t seen a bump. Do I have to request it or does it just happen?
Another employee just got fired
Saw another Walmart employee fired for points today… that’s like the third this month. Are they cracking down more lately or what?
Can you use PTO anytime?
Can you use PTO anytime at Walmart or only if it's pre-approved? Some people say it depends on your manager, others say you can drop it in same-day.
Do we always get a raise after eval?
Walmart pay raise after evaluation is that guaranteed or only if your manager thinks you “earned” it? Had a decent review, but still no raise.
What’s Career Preferences For?
Do y’all actually update your Walmart career preferences in Workday? I heard it helps with transfers and promotions, but does anyone check it?
Pay Rate Differences by State
Just curious, what’s the Walmart pay rate by state? I moved from Texas to California and got a $3/hr bump, but the cost of living also tripled.
How to Actually Get a Raise
So how do you really get a raise at Walmart? Just show up and work hard, or do you have to push for it? Honest advice appreciated.
Transfer Process Between Stores
What’s the process for how to transfer Walmart store locations? I’m hoping to move cross-state but want to stay with the company.
Sick Leave Policy Confusing
How does the Walmart sick leave policy actually work? Is it all just PPTO now, or do we have designated sick time too? HR is never clear on this.
Trying to stay positive in the middle of the chaos
Some days the store runs like a machine. Other days, it feels like you’re bailing water out of a sinking ship with a cup. And it’s hard to stay upbeat when every shift starts with a pile of freight, a short-staffed team, and a manager talking about productivity numbers like we’re a factory. But I still try. Crack jokes with coworkers. Help someone find what they need. Offer a hand to the new hire who’s clearly overwhelmed. Because sometimes that small effort is what gets you and the people around you through the day. We’re not just stocking shelves or running registers—we’re surviving together. And that’s worth holding onto.
... read moreWhen nobody’s watching, we still show up
What people don’t see are the small things that keep the place running. Someone cleaning up a broken jar in aisle four before a customer slips. Someone walking a lost kid to their parents. Someone staying 15 minutes late to finish the last cart of picks so the morning team isn’t buried. It doesn’t show up in the metrics or in the manager’s email. But it’s happening every shift. A lot of us care way more than we’re given credit for. Not for recognition—but because we take pride in doing things right, even when no one’s watching. That’s the part of the job that keeps this place from falling apart.
... read moreThey ask for speed but want perfection
What’s frustrating is being told to “move faster” while also being expected to fold everything perfectly, restock with precision, and help every customer with a smile. You can’t have both. If I’m flying through freight, things aren’t going to be photo-ready. If I’m making displays look perfect, I’m not going to get through 10 pallets in one shift. And yet, somehow, the expectation is both. It creates this constant tension where you always feel like you’re falling short, no matter how hard you’re working. People burn out trying to meet goals that were never realistic to begin with.
... read moreFreight doesn't stop for a skeleton crew
Came in last night and saw the freight stacked to the ceiling. One look and we knew it was going to be one of those shifts. Then we find out we’re down two people—again. Every department got hit, and everyone was just expected to pick up the slack. Management dropped their usual, “Just do what you can,” and disappeared into the office. But freight doesn’t stop coming just because we’re understaffed. We broke our backs clearing it out, skipping breaks, sweating through uniforms, and still got side-eyed because a few pallets didn’t make it to the floor. It’s always the same story. We do the impossible, and it’s never quite enough.
... read moreZoning while babysitting the registers
There’s nothing like trying to zone your aisle only to be called up front every ten minutes because we’re short on cashiers again. You can’t even finish a section without hearing your name over the walkie. I get that backup is part of the job, but it’s exhausting to be constantly pulled between tasks. By the time I get back to my department, customers think I’ve abandoned it. Then leads want to know why it’s not finished. It’s like being held responsible for two full jobs without being given the time to do either one properly. It burns people out fast—and nobody seems to notice unless a complaint shows up in their inbox.
... read moreYou’re not lazy, you’re overworked
The narrative that associates “just don’t want to work anymore” needs to die already. The reality is that most of us are stretched so thin that we’re barely keeping up. People are working doubles, covering shifts, and handling two departments alone with little to no acknowledgment. You can’t expect five people to do the work of ten and then blame burnout on laziness. I’ve seen some of the hardest working folks I know cry in the backroom, not from weakness—but from constantly being pushed with no end in sight. If people look checked out, it’s because they’ve been running on empty for too long. Recognize the weight before criticizing the pace.
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