Maintenance Associate

Apex Companies • North Aurora, IL

5d • $16 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Maintenance Associate to join our team in North Aurora, IL. This is a unique role within Apex that provides an opportunity to help multiple aspects of the business. The Maintenance Associate will be responsible for ensuring buildings and equipment are maintained, cleaned, and operating. This will include loading and unloading trucks, battery maintenance, and making local deliveries at times. This is a new position for Apex and the ideal candidate will understand that job functions might change as we learn more about what is needed for this role.

Requirements

• Must pass a drug test and background check required.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toe boots, hard hats, and safety shields.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• A teachable and growth-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Previous warehouse experience or related field is a plus but not required.
• Forklift operation experience with a variety of models required is a plus but not a requirement. It will be expected that you will learn how to operate a forklift.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment
• Ability to maintain organization in a fast-moving warehouse environment.
• Bilingual candidates are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general warehouse upkeep, including cleaning, organizing, and maintaining a safe and orderly environment at our locations.
• Maintaining and cleaning the warehouse floors.
• Maintaining and cleaning recovery tank
• Moving and Organizing Forklifts
• Maintaining charging routines for stock forklift batteries
• Maintaining demo units including cleaning and charging
• Organize stored items in rack
• Support occasional local deliveries; reliable transportation is required for travel between locations.
• Observe and promote safe work practices and procedures
• Support other warehouse departments as needed to meet company goals
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently (various makes and models)
• Ensure warehouse safety by maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Assist in receiving and inspecting inbound materials for accuracy and quality

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• short-term disability (STD) coverage
• voluntary long-term disability (LTD) coverage
• life insurance options
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance options
• 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
• generous paid time off benefits
• paid holidays
• eligibility for performance-based bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed