Grounds Keeper/Painter

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Training and tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Dolton, IL seeks an Entry-Level Maintenance Technician to assist with basic repairs, preventive maintenance, and general upkeep of the facility.

The role focuses on grounds and facilities tasks with a Monday–Friday schedule, first shift, and benefits including health coverage after 30 days, a 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Plant maintenance experience in preventive maintenance, basic welding, basic electrical knowledge
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime
• Able to pass a mechanical aptitude test
• Able to meet physical demands (lifting, bending, reaching)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks (replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, power washing, painting, patching walls)
• Assist with basic repairs to electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems under supervision
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings and grounds to identify maintenance needs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance tools, supplies, and work areas
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Assist with setup and breakdown for company events or office reconfigurations
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Entry-Level Maintenance Technician to join our facilities team. This position is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in building and equipment maintenance. The successful candidate will assist with basic repairs, preventative maintenance, and general upkeep of the facility.

The Facility Groundskeepe r for our Dolton, IL facility is responsible for maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of facility grounds. This role ensures that all outdoor areas, including lawns, landscapes, walkways, and parking areas, are well-kept, clean, and safe for employees, visitors, and guests.

First Shift

Pay: $22

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, power washing, painting and patching walls.
• Assist with basic repairs to electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems under supervision.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings and grounds to identify maintenance needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance tools, supplies, and work areas.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for company events or office reconfigurations.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Plant maintenance experience in one of the following areas: preventative maintenance, installations, basic welding knowledge, basic electrical knowledge.
• Ability to work on weekends and overtime;
• Ability to pass a mechanical aptitude test;
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including movements such as lifting, bending, reaching, climbing, and the manipulating and handling of objects.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout North America. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of the Fortune 500 companies, thousands of smaller private entities and numerous federal, state, provincial and local governmental agencies. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors is also a premier provider of used oil recycling and re-refining, parts washers, and environmental services for the small-quantity generator market. Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts, Clean Harbors has waste disposal facilities and service locations throughout the United States and Canada, as well as Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are Military & Veteran-friendly companies.

Job Identification: 164342

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-08-17

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Facility Technician

Locations: 633 East 138th Street

Pay Range: 14.42 - 28.85 Hourly