Administrative Assistant

Wmfireprotection; Plantsville (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Comprehensive benefits package

401K match program

Job summary

A fire protection service company in Plantsville, CT is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support daily operations. Responsibilities include front-office support, general admin tasks, and assisting with onboarding. The ideal candidate has over a year of administrative experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft 365. This role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of administrative or office support experience.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• On-site office role with regular computer and phone use.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-office support including greeting visitors and routing calls.
• Handle general admin tasks like data entry and scheduling.
• Assist with onboarding logistics and employee communications.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

W&M Fire Protection, part of the DU Family of Companies, is a full-service fire protection contractor with complete design, installation, and fabrication capability. W&M has proudly served the tri-state and New England areas for over 20 years and offers a challenging and rewarding work environment.

At DU Family of Companies, we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an organized and proactiveAdministrative Assistantto support our Plantsville, CT location. In this role, you'll support day-to-day operations, coordinate communications, assist with onboarding and events, and provide general administrative support across the team.

What You’ll Do

• Provide front-office support: greet visitors, route calls, manage mail and supplies.
• Handle general admin tasks: data entry, document prep, filing, scheduling, and meeting support.
• Assist with basic HR/people ops activities such as onboarding logistics and employee communications.
• Support simple finance/admin workflows (e.g., invoice routing, time/expense coordination).
• Coordinate office vendors and help with facilities needs as they arise.
• Help plan internal trainings, meetings, and team events.
• Pitch in on special projects as needed.

What Helps You Succeed

• 1+ year of administrative or office support experience (any industry).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Comfortable with Microsoft 365 or similar office software.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• On-site office role with regular computer and phone use.
• Occasional light lifting (e.g., office supplies).

Why ChooseDavis-Ulmer Family of Companies:

• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skillsare recognized and rewarded appropriately.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, andadditional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.
• Strength of the Family:The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.
• Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success.Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.
• Long-Term Career Relationships:Many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.
• Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.

Davis-Ulmer offers a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K match program, employer funded profit-sharing plan and a variety of voluntary benefits.

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what people value most."

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.