Recruiter, Frontline

ABM Industries; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs may be available

Job summary

ABM is hiring a Recruiter for the Frontline Talent Acquisition Team in Chicago. This high‑volume, hybrid role supports hiring primarily janitorial staff and reports to the Frontline Talent Acquisition Team at ABM’s office on 180 N LaSalle Street.

You will source and attract top talent, develop recruiting plans, use creative strategies, and manage full life cycle from presentation to negotiation and onboarding in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in a high‑volume recruiting or staffing capacity, preferably hiring service‑level or light industrial roles.
• Other: Customer‑service focus with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and ability to make things happen.
• Other: Passion to grow strong relationships across the organization.
• Other: Proactiveness in identifying gaps and addressing gaps as necessary in staffing plans.
• Other: Ability to work through ambiguity and maintain composure in a variety of situations.
• Other: Passion for excellence backed by a track record of accountability, collaboration, and integrity.
• Other: Ability to apply critical thinking skills.
• Other: Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Other: Analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Other: Ability to prioritize projects and execute and deliver key objectives in a timely manner.
• Other: Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, dynamic, results‑oriented environment.
• Other: Meticulous attention to detail, self‑motivated, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Mandatory: Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

Responsibilities

• Professionally communicate with candidates to facilitate the hiring process through in person, email, text, and phone, focusing on driving the recruiting process at the hiring center.
• Reach out to new candidates via phone or email.
• Run and review background paperwork, drug‑screen paperwork, and motor vehicle paperwork through various ABM approved systems.
• Develop candidate leads through resume searches, job fairs, college recruiting, referrals, networking, cold calling, and direct sourcing.
• Attend job fairs and effectively sell and talk about ABM and positions open for hiring.
• Create and publish professional recruiting materials and advertising on both internal and external systems.
• Maintain proper filing systems.
• Conduct structured candidate interest assessment to determine best fit against open jobs.
• Assist applicants in completing online job application, scheduling interviews as needed, coordinating pre‑employment background screening and onboarding actions.
• Assist with candidate screening, interviewing, and selection as needed.
• Drive job applicant flow by leveraging multiple techniques, strategies, and programs including talent pool database mining, job postings, networking, social media marketing, cold calling, research, internet searches, and job board searches.
• Address employment‑related questions from internal clients, hiring leaders, and job seekers.
• Actively communicate with hiring managers and recruitment team on recruitment activity at the hiring center to ensure alignment with broader recruiting strategies, hiring demand, and client needs.
• Track and report lead generation sources and conversion metrics to inform recruitment marketing strategies.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer-service orientation

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABM is hiring a Recruiter for the Frontline Talent Acquisition Team. This high‑volume role will support hiring primarily janitorial team members for our Chicago and Central Markets. It is a Hybrid Role (In‑office Mon‑Thu) located at 180 N LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60601. The Recruiter will source and attract top talent to ABM, develop recruiting plans, employ creative and non‑traditional strategies, and manage the full life cycle of the process including presentation, selection, offer, negotiation, closing, and administrative components.

Salary & Benefits

Pay: $68,000–$86,000 (salary will vary based on experience, education, skills, geographic location, and market data). Bonus programs may be available.

Benefits: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For details see ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management.

Responsibilities

• Professionally communicate with candidates to facilitate the hiring process through in person, email, text, and phone, focusing on driving the recruiting process at the hiring center.
• Reach out to new candidates via phone or email.
• Run and review background paperwork, drug‑screen paperwork, and motor vehicle paperwork through various ABM approved systems.
• Develop candidate leads through resume searches, job fairs, college recruiting, referrals, networking, cold calling, and direct sourcing.
• Attend job fairs and effectively sell and talk about ABM and positions open for hiring.
• Create and publish professional recruiting materials and advertising on both internal and external systems.
• Maintain proper filing systems.
• Conduct structured candidate interest assessment to determine best fit against open jobs.
• Assist applicants in completing online job application, scheduling interviews as needed, coordinating pre‑employment background screening and onboarding actions.
• Assist with candidate screening, interviewing, and selection as needed.
• Drive job applicant flow by leveraging multiple techniques, strategies, and programs including talent pool database mining, job postings, networking, social media marketing, cold calling, research, internet searches, and job board searches.
• Address employment‑related questions from internal clients, hiring leaders, and job seekers.
• Actively communicate with hiring managers and recruitment team on recruitment activity at the hiring center to ensure alignment with broader recruiting strategies, hiring demand, and client needs.
• Track and report lead generation sources and conversion metrics to inform recruitment marketing strategies.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in a high‑volume recruiting or staffing capacity, preferably hiring service‑level or light industrial roles.
• Other: Customer‑service focus with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and ability to make things happen.
• Other: Passion to grow strong relationships across the organization.
• Other: Proactiveness in identifying gaps and addressing gaps as necessary in staffing plans.
• Other: Ability to work through ambiguity and maintain composure in a variety of situations.
• Other: Passion for excellence backed by a track record of accountability, collaboration, and integrity.
• Other: Ability to apply critical thinking skills.
• Other: Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Other: Analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Other: Ability to prioritize projects and execute and deliver key objectives in a timely manner.
• Other: Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, dynamic, results‑oriented environment.
• Other: Meticulous attention to detail, self‑motivated, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Mandatory: Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and more efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue‑chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888‑328‑8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

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ABM is a military‑friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world‑class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post‑military career opportunities across ABM.

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