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Company Overview
Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.
We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.
Essential Functions
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team. LinkedIn Recruiter Assignment (your initials): #LI-DD1 LinkedIn Location Expansion #: #bc LinkedIn Workplace: #LI-Onsite
The Administrative Assistant works in a busy office environment and must efficiently multitask between various assignments. This position plays a key role in the coordination and distribution of work. Project managers, office managers, and field staff are the primary internal customers the Administrative Assistant supports.
Company Overview
Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.
We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.
Essential Functions
- Administrative Assistants provide administrative support for field and office personnel
- Ensure all assigned tasks are completed accurately and delivered with high quality in a timely manner
- Utilize Microsoft Excel for data management and retention
- Serve clients, vendors, and other walk-in customers by welcoming and directing them appropriately
- Operate office equipment such as computers, fax machines, copiers, scanners, and phone systems
- Answer phones, provide basic information, and transfer callers as appropriate
- Efficiently and professionally manage the flow of people and information through the business
- Data entry
- Handle various accounting tasks, such as processing weekly payroll
- Submit and file invoices
- Additional responsibilities may include- order, set up and support employee iPhones, iPads and mobile hotspots, track and transfer employee vehicles, receive and disperse fuel cards, vehicle registrations/license plates and corporate credit cards
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable
- Previous construction experience
Qualifications
- Minimum - 1 - 2 years of general administrative or payroll-focused experience
- High school diploma or GED is required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Working knowledge of JD Edwards/payroll system module or equivalent to
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Superior organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while supporting management
- Excellent attention to detail
- Self-starter with a good attitude
- Ability to maintain a professional appearance
- Flexibility to work in various locations within 10 miles from each other, throughout the week
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
- Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
- Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - $250 quarterly, $1,000 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
- Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
