Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Dynalectric Company San Diego is currently hiring an Administrative Assistant to be located at one of our key onsite projects in the greater San Diego area and/or at our office. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for assisting management with information management support and document control. The ideal candidate must perform routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, providing information to visitors and callers, and generally keeping the office organized, tidy, and running smoothly. They must be reliable, punctual, organized, and have a demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities in a very busy office.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.

• Perform clerical duties, maintain files, and organize documents; photocopy, fax, print, process mail, answer phones etc.
• Use computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing
• Operate office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems and arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions
• Assist in planning office related meetings
• Help prepare reports and presentations; process and distribute internally and externally
• Data entry
• Update staff calendars and organize schedules
• Prepare information and research for executive needs
• Oversee mail deliveries, packages, and couriers; sort and distribute mail
• Purchase, track, and invoice office supplies for each department
• Set up, break down, organize, and maintain conference rooms, training rooms, kitchens, and meeting rooms
• Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs
• Maintain confidentiality of company information
• Comply with I.S.O. 9000:2015 operations work instructions, contracts, safety program, and Company established policies and procedures
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to management with recommendation for resolution
• Perform additional assignments as required by the company or as directed by management

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prior experience handling office responsibilities, experience in customer service, or related field
• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree or currently pursuing preferred
• Working knowledge of the construction industry, operations management, and safety practices a plus
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines
• Minimum of wpm typing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Business writing and reporting skills
• Excellent organization, communication, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Scheduling and time management skills, performs well in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic, analytical, and multi-tasking skills
• Punctual and dependable
• Willingness to learn and to grow with the company
• Perform well within the team environment as well as work independently as needed

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); scheduling appointments/updating calendars. Visio and Outlook a plus.
• Working knowledge of project and financial software a plus.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and appropriate concern regarding dissemination of sensitive and confidential information
• Must have the ability to make sound decisions and produce accurate and timely results in mind
• Must prioritize and organize work in a fast paced multi-task environment.
• Must monitor and analyze data and solve problems on a tactical and strategic level
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers
• Must demonstrate commitment to company values

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

Physical Demands

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 regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit or stand for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Notice to Prospective Employees

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Compensation Range

$20-$26 hourly

Other Compensation: Eligible for discretionary bonus.

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.