Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Headquartered in Louisville, KY and ranked among the top carriers in the U.S., Mercer Transportation Co., Inc. (Mercer) has earned a reputation as one of the nation's leading owner operator companies. For over forty years, Mercer has built a family on the foundation of honesty, professional freedom, and experience. As an Administrative Assistant, you’ll help ensure the timely flow of information, provide administrative support across departments, and assist with compliance-related activities tied to Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys being a reliable point of contact in a fast-paced environment. Onsite office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm What’s In It For You Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Health Coverage

– Mercer contributes over $7,500/year toward your health insurance

Wellness Incentives

– Qualify for our Wellness Rate and pay as little as $0/month for employee-only coverage

Earn Extra Rewards

– Receive up to $300/year in gift cards through wellness initiatives

Generous Time Off

– Paid Time Off plus company-paid holidays

Company-Paid Protection

– Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability included at no cost

Optional Benefits

– Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Short-Term Disability

Secure Your Future

– 401(k) with company match

What You’ll Do Run and distribute essential reports for the Recruiting team

Answer a multi-line phone system as backup support for Recruiting and Logs

Order and manage office supplies for Recruiting

Serve as a point of contact for employees, drivers, and visitors in Building 8

Direct incoming calls to the appropriate departments

Greet drivers and assist with determining eligibility for random Drug & Alcohol testing

Provide general administrative support and complete additional tasks as assigned

Who You Are A strong communicator who is comfortable answering phones and handling a variety of inquiries

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Able to work independently while also following direction and priorities from senior team members

Comfortable managing routine and non-routine questions professionally

Proficient with office tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, keyboarding, and basic office equipment

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Compensation and Benefits: As a Mercer employee, you, your spouse and children, can use our free health care clinic at

no cost to you! Mercer offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits programs provided to all eligible employees; paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, long & short-term disability, 401K Plan and voluntary optional dental/vision/short -term disability insurances. May be subject to the following screening requirements:

Drug Screen and Criminal Background Check Equal Employment Opportunity: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.