Office Assistant

Langley, BC, CA, Canada

Job Description

This is not your typical office job! If you're looking for a position where you can grow and create your own path, this job is for you. This is a unique opportunity, in a unique industry, with unique benefits. Don't be turned away by the position title, you can end up creating your own title and your own job path.

We, Mac's Traders Inc., are a family owned and operated Scrap Metal Recycling facility. We are seeking to hire a reliable, energetic, and self-motivated individual to join our office team.

Located in Langley, we are a well-established buyer of various types of Scrap Metal. In our office we handle an array of payable transactions, receivable transactions, client relations, record keeping, and filing.

We have an opening for a

Full-Time Office Assistant

.

This position comes with the opportunity for immense growth within the company/job position.



Starting/Training wage for this position is $23-$26 per hour

(*performance and experience dependent).

Please note, wage can increase rapidly in a short amount of time depending on personal growth and job performance.

Upon completion of the Employee's first 90 days of employment, they shall be eligible for

Medical/Dental benefits

, among other additional benefits.

Our facility is open Monday to Saturday, and is closed on both Sundays and statutory holidays.

The available position would be Tuesday - Saturday, from 9am-5pm

(

hours and days are non-negotiable

, all applicants must be able to work these hours as described).

PLEASE NOTE:

Dust and dirt is a common occurrence in this workplace environment. Aspects of this job will involve you needing to hold/check over dirty objects, or leave the office to discuss matters with staff or aid in customer enquiries within the industrial works yard. This is not a desk only job. Should this be of any issue to you for personal and/or health reasons, this may not be the job for you.



Position Requirements (*applicants must meet all criteria):



Current and established residence in the Fraser Valley area A valid driver's license & personal vehicle Fluent in English both written and verbal Previous office experience Established understanding of Accounts Payable and Receivable Willingness to learn industry specific knowledge/protocols Previous cash/till experience Basic computer literacy in using Word Processing, spreadsheet software, and general internet navigation Physically capable and able to lift up to 50 pounds Comfortable around machinery and loud noises Comfortable around large breed office/guard dog Completion of a clean Criminal Record check if hired Comfortable in a work environment where dust and dirt is a common occurrence

Responsibilities & Duties



Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages Answer electronic enquiries Handle Accounts Payable and Receivable Cashier Duties Negotiating with buyers Respond to questions and requests for information General computer and administrative tasks/record keeping Negotiating with buyers when selling Non-Ferrous Materials Updating website and social media platforms Determine and establish office procedures and routines Order office supplies and maintain inventory Handle receiving of inventory General works yard staff communications Organizing dispatch requests and scheduling General cleaning duties Use of handheld hard-bristled grinders

Personal Qualifications



Strong sense of responsibility when working alone Energetic and self-motivated Excellent problem-solving skills Fluent in English (verbal and written) Willingness to use WhatsApp messenger for specific office communications Willingness to use basic power tools if needed (i.e. power drill) Flexible if shift coverage is needed Strong numeracy skills Attention to detail Takes ownership and pride in their job Creative Trustworthy Excellent note taking and recording skills Follows direction well Strong ability to multi-task Excellent organizational skills Exceptional customer service skills Excellent phone etiquette A team player Capable of self-management Reliable and punctual Ability to take initiative Ability to work under stress

Assets



Proficient with Microsoft Office/Google Sheets Knowledge of Ferrous & Non-Ferrous materials

desirable*
Strong numerical skills Level 1 First Aid WHIMIS Training Customer service experience Sales experience Direct or similar industry experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Store discount Vision care
Application question(s):

What interests you about this job? How soon would you be able to start Full-Time work, if not right away, how much Part-Time availability would you have in the beginning weeks? Do you have a drivers license and own your own vehicle? If no, do you have a timeline as to when you would have this? Do you have any plans to move closer to or farther from Langley in the near future? As stated in the job post, dirt and dust is a common occurrence. Is this of any issue to you for personal or health reasons? As stated in the job post, this is not a desk only job. There are times where you will need to leave the office for a variety of reasons. Is this of any issue to you for personal or health reasons? (i.e., conferring with the yard manager, directing a customer in need, quoting prices on metal materials, general cleaning duties, etc.) Why are you leaving your last/current employer? If coming back from a lengthy break from working, please explain. Please confirm your Tuesday - Saturday shift availability (as written in post, 9am-5pm hours

SHIFT IS NON-NEGOTIABLE

).
Experience:

office: 1 year (required) cashier/till: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3130342
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Langley, BC, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned