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Full Time
1/30/2025
Lockport, IL 60441
(7.9 miles)
ABM is hiring a Handyman at O'Hare Airport for midafternoons & overnights, schedules include work Saturday & Sunday with two days off during the week. Handyman is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate completion of all required work and by attaining the utmost in customer satisfaction. In this role you will work, both independently and with a team, to complete all preventative maintenance, service, and repair facility infrastructure equipment. Pay rate: $21.53 The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on the applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, Visit ABM 2025 ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members| Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM) Basic Qualifications: • Must be 18 years of age or older • No high school diploma, GED or college degree required • Must possess a valid, unexpired driver's license • At least one (1) year experience supporting mission critical environments • Hands on electrical or mechanical skill, and competence in the area of non-expertise • Operate and perform both routine and emergency service on a variety of state-of-the-art critical systems • CFC Certified – Universal • Knowledge and experience using basic computer applications Responsibilities: • Provide 24 x 7 on-call emergency response and support as necessary to maintain the highest level of integrity and availability of building systems and infrastructure efficiency • Monitoring and maintaining all building and mission critical facilities equipment • Operates facility equipment in accordance with policies and procedures • Perform daily/weekly/monthly walk-through of customer facilities in support of data center and office operations • Perform tests and rounds and analyze the data to ensure proper functioning and operating parameters of equipment • Perform preventive maintenance on all building equipment to ensure efficient operation of all building systems • Assist with the preparation of MOPs as directed • Provides technical expertise and assistance • Operates site facility equipment and systems without error to obtain maximum availability • Provides suggestions for continuous improvements in the areas of process improvement and cost reduction savings • Coordinate maintenance with outside vendors and oversee vendor maintenance • Respond to emergency situations and customer concerns • Ensure strict adherence to critical facility work rule and safety procedures • Ensure Sr• Critical Facility Technician and/or Critical Facility Mgmt• and Contract Manager receive timely verbal and written operating reports that give him/her a clear understanding of the condition of the buildings critical systems and the present level of ongoing preventative maintenance • Provides training (within their expertise) to other technicians, as required • Encourages, trains and evaluates Apprentice’s technical and behavioral skills • Manage subcontractors as required ensuring scope compliance and quality of services performed • Ensure compliance with established Methods of Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures • Works overtime as assigned and required • Familiar with all applicable Federal, State, and local rules, codes, and regulations • Interact effectively with internal and external customers #100 A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. Military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply. About Us ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information, visit http://www.abm.com. ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. 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 . We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility. 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. ABM directs all applicants to apply at http://www.abm.com/ ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes.
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1/5/2025
Romeoville, IL 60446
(9.5 miles)
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1/8/2025
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(24.3 miles)
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Improving success for small muscle school tasks by increasing coordination of eye-hand movements. Facilitating access to and mobility within school by assessing and changing the environment. Increasing functional use of extremities through use of adapted equipment. Enhancing ability to learn through sensorimotor activities that address motor planning, attending and behavior issues. Promoting competency and safety of educational staff in body mechanics, handling techniques, motor skills and classroom adaptations. Facilitating student’s independence through access to assistive technology. In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Occupational Therapist must possess the following qualifications: Type of Education Required: The OT must pass the National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy. OT must hold a current and active Illinois license to practice as issued by the IL Department of Professional Regulations. 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Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding effective coordination of services. Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding transition from school to community, preparing student to function independently when outlined outcomes are achieved. Documents all OT services provided within a timely manner as outlined by the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services. Evaluates and documents student progress in accordance with the ILOTA as well as school district, State and Federal policies. Addresses personal care, student role, interaction skills, process skills, play, community integration/work, graphic communication, needs for assistive technology, accessibility, environmental accommodations as required to access their educational environment through collaboration and participation with school staff. Seeks regular opportunities for professional growth. Participates in clinical educational opportunities for students of occupational therapy. Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice as defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Provides direct supervision of occupational therapy assistants in accordance with Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
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