Maintenance & Facilities Coordinator Asst.

United Scrap Metal Inc • Cicero, IL

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Established in 1978, United Scrap Metal (USM) has grown into one of the largest full-service recyclers in the country, with over 700 team members across 11 national locations. The company is committed to pioneering innovative, solutions-driven recycling programs through ethical and sustainable practices, and focuses on philanthropy, sustainability, diversity, and making a positive impact. This is an entry-level Maintenance & Facilities Coordinator Assistant role offering a significant career opportunity in a supportive and growing organization. The position involves hands-on training, learning new skills, and working alongside experienced teammates. Candidates should possess a strong work ethic and the resilience to work in various indoor and outdoor environments across all seasons. The role is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving, thinking on their feet, working with their hands, and brings a positive, team-first mindset with a drive to learn and grow.

Requirements

• Willing to learn
• Open to coaching
• Eager to build a career in a successful and growing organization
• Strong work ethic
• Grit to work in all types of environments (from indoors to outdoors, in all seasons)
• Enjoy solving problems
• Enjoy thinking on your feet
• Enjoy working with your hands
• Self-starter
• Positive attitude
• Team-first mindset
• Drive to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

• Someone eager to learn and open to coaching
• A team player who takes pride in their work
• Dependable, adaptable, and willing to take on different tasks each day
• Comfortable working in all kinds of conditions (hot, cold, dusty, or outdoors)
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Help keep our facilities and grounds safe, clean, and running smoothly
• Assist with general repairs, cleaning, and upkeep of buildings and outdoor areas
• Gain exposure to multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and equipment operation
• Support the facilities team with projects and everyday tasks
• Pitch in with seasonal work like snow removal or groundskeeping

Benefits

• A supportive work environment where questions are encouraged
• On-the-job training with exposure to multiple trades and skills
• A career path with room to grow in a highly successful organization
• The chance to be part of a team that values hard work, safety, and collaboration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees