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Customer Service Rep

SBM Management · Chicago, IL · $15.50–$16.50 an hour · Full time

Posted Jul 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you kept a work area organized during a busy shift.

What they are checking: Whether they keep the PIT area clean and orderly, which prevents accidents.

Tell me about a time a supervisor asked you to do something a new way. How did you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they take direction well and adapt without pushback.

How do you stay alert doing the same moves over and over during a long shift?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay focused through repetitive forklift work where one lapse can hurt someone.

What would you do

A pallet looks unstable and could tip while you move it. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and fix the load instead of moving it and hoping it holds.

Someone walks into your forklift path without looking. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they drive defensively and stop at-risk behavior in others, which the posting calls out.

Your daily check shows the forklift brakes feel soft. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they tag the truck out of service and report it, even if it slows down the shift.

About the work

This job is running forklifts to move waste pallets. Do you have current forklift certification, and what kinds of trucks have you run?

What they are checking: Whether they have real powered industrial truck experience and keep their certification current as required.

Walk me through your daily forklift check before you start a shift.

What they are checking: Whether they know a proper pre-use inspection covering forks, chains, brakes, horn, tires and fluids.

How do you stack waste pallets in a trailer so the load is safe?

What they are checking: Whether they understand load stability, weight balance and securing loads before a trailer moves.

Why does it matter to keep accurate logs of what you move and when?

What they are checking: Whether they see logs as part of the customer's waste tracking and not just paperwork.

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The full job description

As published by SBM Management.

Title: Customer Service Rep Job Description: Job Overview The Customer Service Representative will be responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all areas assigned. Roles & Responsibilities To perform this job successfully and safely, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. • Perform janitorial duties • Perform all duties listed on the daily schedule • Operate motorized cleaning equipment • Maintain daily upkeep of assigned area • Report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor • Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures • Perform work assignments in a team with other employees • Perform repetitive tasks • Maintain clean work area • Follow all protocols, company procedures, policies, and rules • Take direction and respond to supervision • Talk with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner • Fill in during staff shortage • Support shift lead in completing punch-list items • Use proper personal protective equipment • Present a professional appearance and conduct • Understand customer service and satisfaction • Understand reporting systems, and of the environment Qualification To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and/ or Experience: No specific education requirement, 3-6 months training or experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: May be required to have a valid driver’s license. Completed all safety and task training certification. May be required to be forklift certified. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bilingual a plus Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents Strong verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment and willing to share with team. Knowledge of the upkeep and care of the cleaning equipment. Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. • Physical Demands & Work Environment • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Shifts and Compensation Monday-Friday: 10:00am-6:00pm $15.50-$16.50 per hour Benefits: SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at: www.sbmmanagement.com/careers Careers – SBM SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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