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Administrative Assistant

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Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We are a TCIA accredited company that values our employee’s professional aspirations, career development, safety and quality of life.

We are looking for passionate professionals who want to enhance their career in tree care! We offer generous compensation, year-round work, paid time off, health and retirement benefits, inclusive company culture and so much more! If you are ready to enjoy going to work every day, come grow with us!

Basic Function:

We are currently seeking a career driven Administrative Assistant, with excellent customer service skills and abilities, to schedule and route technicians to client properties. Track service visits and coordinate client communications confirming services. The candidate will be expected to gain an understanding of all services and service lines that the company provides.

What You’ll Do (included but not limited to):

Configure routes and services for technicians based upon production minimums and look for ways to exceed those production requirements through efficient routing.
Understand all relevant paperwork and work orders with attention to special notes and directions about clients for routing.
Make phone calls for call-ahead services and alert clients by email where appropriate.
Question, correct and communicate with technicians throughout the day as needed to maximize efficiencies.
Confirm appropriate inventory of products so that all services have necessary resources for completion.
Keep all records and files on credits for technicians and ensure Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) compliance in reporting and management of department.
Involvement and participation in posting data for sales and payments and assisting Billing Manager in Billing Department as directed. Reconciliations and data management as directed.
Assist with incoming phone calls for client assistance and customer service.
Create invoices to assist billing department when required.
Route incoming phone calls to various personnel.
Type work orders and proposals, and perform additional administrative work as directed by Office Manager.
Assist with pulling of files for payment and copying checks, A/R management, and Purchase Order system.
Ensuring client records are current, filing duties as required.
Authorize and send out annual maintenance contracts to current/former customers during non-peak season (Winter)

Excellent telephone manner and customer service skills are essential.
High level time management and organizational skills required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, Internet and Database Systems desired (we will train on our programs).
2+ years of experience in similar role.
Accuracy and attention to detail a must.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Associates degree or higher is preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish is helpful.

We offer a competitive compensation package, $22 to $28 per hour, medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

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What You Should Know About Administrative Assistant, Almstead Tree and Shrub Care

At Almstead Tree and Shrub Care, we're seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant to join our friendly, family-oriented team! As a second-generation, TCIA accredited company, we’ve been dedicated to providing environmentally conscious arboriculture services in NY, NJ, and CT since 1964. In this pivotal role, you’ll be the backbone of our operations, responsible for scheduling and routing our talented technicians to various client properties. Your excellent customer service skills will shine as you confirm services and track service visits, ensuring our clients always feel valued and informed. A core part of your day will involve balancing efficient production routes while maintaining high levels of communication with our technicians and clients alike. You'll have the chance to dive deep into our service offerings, providing you with unique insights into our operations. With opportunities for professional growth and generous benefits including competitive pay, paid time off, and health plans, we want you to enjoy coming to work every day. Join us and contribute to our mission of exceptional tree care while enhancing your own career at Almstead Tree and Shrub Care. If you’re passionate about making a difference and meeting the requirements we've laid out—like having prior experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office—then we’d love to hear from you! Let’s grow together as part of a vibrant team where support and advancement are top priorities.

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What are the responsibilities of an Administrative Assistant at Almstead Tree and Shrub Care?

As an Administrative Assistant at Almstead Tree and Shrub Care, you will schedule and route technicians to client properties, track service visits, manage client communications, and ensure efficient operations. You'll also be involved in billing, inventory management, and maintaining client records to streamline our services in the tree care industry.