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Second Life Mac

Apple device buyback for institutions

Logistics Associate

Full-Time
$45k - $52k/yr
Entry
Skokie, IL, USA
In PersonRegular weekly travel throughout the continental United States; travel is approximately 50–75% of the role.
Warehouse & FulfillmentShipping & Receiving, Inventory Control & Cycle Counting

About the job

Requirements
  • Possess a valid U.S. driver's license.
  • Be eligible to rent a vehicle through the Company's approved rental car providers.
  • Maintain an acceptable driving record that meets the Company's insurance and risk management standards.
  • Be able to pass a motor vehicle record review, where permitted by law.
  • Be willing and able to travel independently throughout the United States, including by air and rental vehicle.
  • Maintain the ability to obtain and use a company-issued or approved payment method for travel expenses, if required.
  • Be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy boxes, standing for extended periods, and safely operating warehouse equipment.
  • Possess professional conduct and excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Travel within the United States to serve as the primary in-person representative with Clients, maintaining strong relationships and adapting to Client needs.
  • Coordinate devices being transported to the SLM Operations Center in Skokie.
  • Package, count, and check devices for quality issues at Client sites.
  • Schedule device pickups with third-party vendors, including FedEx and UPS.
  • Use gaylords, boxes, and foam to package electronic devices effectively.
  • Travel weekly within the continental United States based on business needs.
  • Follow SLM’s Travel and Expense Policy, including submitting monthly expense reports.
  • Count devices accurately by type to forecast incoming devices.
  • Use the ERP system for proper recordkeeping.
  • On days without travel, perform Operations Center tasks assigned according to business needs.
  • Provide and maintain work quality that exceeds customer expectations.
Desired Qualifications
  • A CMV medical certificate is a plus.
  • Warehouse experience is a plus.

About the company

Second Life Mac specializes in buying back Apple devices for organizations, turning used devices into value for schools, universities, and businesses. It uses a simple, secure process to assess, collect, and refresh devices, with refurbishing, data wiping, and recycling as needed to maximize value while protecting data. Unlike general electronics recyclers, it targets Apple devices and offers customized refresh plans and robust security to meet the needs of educational and organizational customers. The company’s goal is to minimize waste and maximize efficiency by helping organizations stretch budgets and reinvest the value of their devices into what matters most.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2015

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2026 website claims 5,000+ refreshes and 2,000+ organizations, supporting sales credibility.
  • Open 2026 marketing, logistics, and warehouse roles suggest continued demand and throughput.
  • Community-buyback style district programs and budget-tight schools favor cash-generating device refreshes.

What critics are saying

  • Mac of All Trades and AGi offer broader device buyback, pressuring pricing in 2026.
  • Seasonal warehouse, logistics, and technical roles signal operational churn and margin pressure.
  • If Apple or districts shift to direct resale, Second Life Mac loses its niche.

What makes Second Life Mac unique

  • Apple-only buyback, refurbishment, and disposition since 2012 from Skokie.
  • 100% U.S.-based processing in Illinois with NIST 800-88 erasure and serial audit reports.
  • Schools, healthcare, and business clients get pickup, packing, and 90-day processing.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

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