Courier/Admin Assistant

Job ID: 509844

Ash Grove Materials Corporation, a CRH company, produces ready-mix concrete, sand, and stone through its subsidiaries. Incorporated in 1987 and based in Overland Park, Kansas, Ash Grove Materials is committed to employee success by encouraging skills development for long-term professional growth.

Pay: $18-$20, depending on experience.

Position Overview

Drive company owned vehicle to various locations transporting internal/external mail, and office supplies. This role is a safety sensitive role as it requires driving a company owned vehicle and transporting cash received from various locations. Provide administrative support in day-to-day office management. The person will conduct the role in an effective, confidential, and efficient manner, while demonstrating strong customer focus.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Follow safety guidelines while driving company owned equipment as needed to distribute internal/external mail and other office supplies.
• Maintain clean vehicle interior and exterior.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment when on-site. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Follow directions of Foreperson at each specific site or location as directed by Manager.
• Perform daily pre-and-post inspections on company owned equipment in compliance with company policies.
• Greet walk-in traffic and direct to appropriate area.
• Receive and distribute incoming mail and deliveries.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to customers, co-workers, supervisors, and the public always.
• Reliable, regular On-Time Attendance is required and essential to the operation of the team.
• Prepare and deposit payments received daily.
• Provide administrative & clerical support to all managers as needed.
• Responsible for upkeep and care of work area.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school or general education degree (GED) required.
• Previous related experience in the construction field, preferably in or closely related to delivering ready mix concrete.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Demonstrate close attention to all details.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as per company policy.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements.
• Available to work overtime when necessary.
• Report to work at designated start time and work required hours.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate effectively with others by telephone, electronic correspondence, and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, e-mail communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• May require occasional lifting of objects up to 10 lbs. or using exertion forces of pushing/pulling of up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs using three points of contact.

Work Environment

• Ability to work in a standard office environment such as a multi-function copier, fax, scan, mail sorting and multi-line telephone.
• Dust: airborne particles of any kind such as dust.
• Hazards: closeness to moving mechanical parts; slipping while ascending/descending ladder; exposure to high temperatures during the summer and cold temperatures during the winter.
• Protection: required to wear hard hat, safety glasses (prescription or non-prescription) with side shields.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Materials Corporation, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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