Administrative Assistant

Loves Park, IL
$40,000-$50,000

Avg. Salary

Division: Electrical
Market: Electrical
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Are you ready to launch your career in the construction industry with Helm? As an Administrative Assistant, you will assist our office team by managing schedules, handling correspondence and communications, maintaining filing systems, and performing data entry to ensure efficient office operations.  This role requires a strong mix of technical proficiency, operational proficiency, and administrative assistant skills. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, tech-savvy, and have strong customer service skills.  If you thrive in a dynamic environment where adaptability and teamwork are key, Helm offers the perfect opportunity for you to grow and succeed.

This position is for our Electrical Division and is located in our Loves Park, IL office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the receptionist at the Loves Park office, greeting visitors and directing them to the proper personnel
  • Answer phone calls and direct calls to the proper personnel
  • Maintain accurate records through consistent data entry and database management practices
  • Support various team members with administrative tasks
  • Arrange meetings and coordinate events
  • Draft and edit correspondence, memos, and reports
  • Ensure office supplies and equipment is maintained
  • Generate and present reports using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Assist with budget management and basic bookkeeping

Requirements

  • High School Diploma required, college degree (associates or bachelors) is a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Experience in data entry and managing databases
  • Ability to communicate clearly with diverse teams
  • Candidates with previous experience in the construction industry will be given preference

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000 annually.

Final determination of a successful candidate’s pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Helm provides a competitive compensation package that recognizes an individual’s experience and qualifications combined with a benefits package to meet your needs.

As a valued member of the Helm team, your benefits package will include:

  • 401K plan with matching contributions
  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Wellness Programs

Join Helm and become part of our supportive, family-like culture where hard work is recognized and rewarded. Your contributions will make a meaningful impact on our projects, ensuring every day you go home knowing you’ve played a vital role in our success. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey, apply now to join our dedicated team at Helm.