Facilities Assistant

Uline; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Assistant to maintain their impressive warehouse and office spaces. In this role, you will ensure that over 1.5 million square feet of facilities are kept in top condition, performing repairs, cleaning, and operating essential equipment. This position offers a chance to be part of a dedicated team in a family-owned company that values its employees and provides excellent benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you're passionate about facilities management and maintenance, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Center

Walking Trails

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or construction.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50-70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on various facilities.
• Operate utility vehicles and forklifts.
• Clean and maintain warehouse and office spaces.

Skills

Facilities Maintenance

Carpentry

Janitorial Skills

Experience with Hand and Power Tools

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Utility Vehicles

Job description

Join Our Team as a Facilities Assistant at Uline

Location: Wisconsin Distribution Center, 12885 104th St. Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

At Uline, we prioritize clean, bright warehouse facilities and inviting landscaping as essential to our excellence. As a Facilities Assistant, you'll help maintain over 1.5 million square feet of warehouse and office space.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on drywall, paint, doors, locks, racks, warehouse equipment, and restrooms.
• Install, reconfigure, and repair modular workstations and office setups.
• Set up and tear down events.
• Clean warehouse, office spaces, and the building exterior.
• Operate utility vehicles, forklifts, and cargo vans.
• Assist other Facilities teams as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in facilities, maintenance, janitorial, construction, or carpentry.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50-70 lbs.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match from day one.
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program for professional development.

Employee Perks

• Modern, clean facilities.
• Fitness center with personal trainers.
• Over four miles of walking trails.

About Uline

Uline is a family-owned distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, with over 9,000 employees across 13 locations. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO/AA employer. Explore more at https://www.uline.jobs.

Additional Information

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Wholesale