At DeSilva Gates Construction, we pride ourselves on being Northern California’s premier Heavy Civil Engineering Contractor. We understand what people need and know how to provide it. We are in search of a qualified and resourceful Administrative Assistant to support the Safety Department in our Dublin office. The candidate will have many administrative responsibilities, helping to plan and administer important personnel functions. DeSilva Gates Construction understands that our business flourishes when our employees thrive and that starts by hiring the right people.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Maintenance of safety files.
- Contribute to team success by accomplishing assigned tasks.
- Complete projects and special assignments by establishing objectives, determining priorities, managing time, gaining cooperation of others, monitoring progress, problem solving and adjusting plans.
- Communicate with employees, subcontractors, vendors and managers.
- Maintain Underground Service Alert (USA) service tickets and other safety related program for our employees.
- Assist in setting up a variety of Safety/Training/Admin duties for the 800-person workforce.
- Other assigned tasks and duties as directed.
Qualifications:
Required
- Experience in an administrative role in an office setting.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ethics.
- Proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point, and the ability to learn new programs quickly.
- Ability to prioritize and effectively communicate with employees, managers and outside parties.
- Ability to be flexible and willing to learn.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree is a plus.
- Strong detailed-oriented problem solver with a resourceful mindset.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive coverage- health, dental, vision (Competitive premiums with participation in yearly wellness program)
- Profit sharing- cash and deferred
- Insurance- life and disability
- Paid time off and Paid holidays
- 401k plan
- Financial planning assistance
DeSilva Gates Construction is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- What makes you the best fit for this position?
- Are you willing and able to pass and required pre-employment drug and alcohol screening?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (Preferred)
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person