Administrative Assistant This position provides support staff duties and clerical administrative assignments as directed to augment the Region Office. Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a company offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you! With company origins dating back to 1940, UTS has over 70 years of expertise in delivering professional, performance-based vegetation management services. Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per our Depending on experience.Benefits:
- Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Answering phones, email correspondence, file maintenance, etc.
- Direct inquiries to appropriate staff and resolve complaints.
- Assist with maintenance of confidential employee files, drug screenings, motor vehicle reports (MVRs), and background checks.
- Respond to public concerns and call-in questions.
- Office and field supply ordering and tracking.
- Provide support and assistance on special projects as assigned by management.
- Office Support to field staff.
- Data entry associated with internal project management.
- Performs other related work, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Teams, Excel, and Publisher.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong teamwork mentality and participation
- Motivated and organized in work habits.
- Ability to learn new computer platforms for tracking, invoicing, and other responsibilities.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- 2 years' experience in Industry preferred, but not required.
Pre-Screen
- Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
License & Certifications:
- Driver's License Required.
Physical Requirements:
- RARE (less than 10%): walking, kneeling, squatting, crawling, seeing distant, climbing on/off truck, climbing, lifting over 10-50 lbs., depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.
- OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): standing, stooping, body twisting, gripping, reaching, range of motion, climbing stairs
- FREQUENT (up to 66%): sitting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, reading, hearing-speech range
- CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): seeing
Safety Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally. About Us: Since 1940, Utility Tree Service (UTS) has specialized in utility line clearance work. Today, UTS continues to offer a responsive local presence with access to national resources for peak needs. Our primary goal is to be a valued partner to utilities and other agencies in providing safe and efficient vegetation management with respect for people, property, and the environment. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-###-####, ext. 1339. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Accessibility: Equal Opportunity Employer. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese If you want to view the EEO is the Law Supplement poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Chinese If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English