FAQs
What are the main responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant role?
The main responsibilities include checking shipments and truck drivers in and out, entering BOLs and PODs into the warehouse management system, communicating with the shipping and receiving team about inventory discrepancies, and handling calls from drivers and customers related to deliveries.
What qualifications are preferred for this position?
The ideal candidate should have tenure in a clerical position within the transportation industry, along with strong communication and teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
What software skills are required for this job?
Proficiency in data entry, Excel, and familiarity with warehouse management systems are essential.
What are the working hours for this position?
The working hours are Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.
Is the Administrative Assistant position a full-time role?
This is a contract position with a duration of 6 months.
Where is this position located?
This position is fully on-site in Edmonton, Alberta.
What kind of work environment can I expect?
The working environment is friendly and collaborative, with around 7 people in the front terminal office at a time. The team is noted for making new members feel welcome and part of the family.
Is there any support for diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Yes, Actalent is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring an inclusive environment and growth opportunities for all employees.
What is the company's stance on equal opportunity employment?
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
How can I request an accommodation during the application process?
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you can email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for further accommodation options.