Administrative Assistant - Recycling Operations

External SA Recycling; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

External SA Recycling is seeking an office/administrative associate in Birmingham, AL to handle light clerical duties, scheduling, and recordkeeping. The role requires basic math, strong communication, and familiarity with MS Office applications.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy in documentation, and professional communication with colleagues and clients. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with some college coursework beneficial, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check and credit check.
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable.
• Some college one year or more preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands.
• A basic understanding of MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
• Perform recordkeeping in manual, pdf and electronic database formats.
• Read and understand typical communication e.g. transaction tickets, emails, invoices, DMV paperwork, environmental government agency documentation, safety documentation, and business permits.
• Maintain Scheduling and event calendars.
• Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
• Schedule and confirm appointments for clients, customers, or supervisors.
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner.
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed.
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Skills

Bilingual English & Spanish

Excellent communication

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework (1 year+)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

External SA Recycling is seeking an office/administrative associate in Birmingham, AL to handle light clerical duties, scheduling, and recordkeeping. The role requires basic math, strong communication, and familiarity with MS Office applications.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy in documentation, and professional communication with colleagues and clients. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with some college coursework beneficial, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.