Entry Level Field Operations Associate (FOA)

Aerotek; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

HSA & 401k

20 days PTO and paid holidays

Parental/Family leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Field Operations Associate in Columbia, SC to support onboarding and compliance for contractor staff.

You will handle pre-employment requirements, manage background checks and drug testing, and ensure smooth front-office operations while delivering world-class service to candidates and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; customer or sales experience valued.
• Experience in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pre-employment requirements and onboarding documents are current.
• Manage onboarding packets and update Candidate Tracker until clearance.
• Enter and manage background, drug testing, and medical screenings.
• Ensure contractor compliance with E-Verify and document expiration.
• Provide outstanding front office customer service.
• Organize office supplies and manage mail and directory.

Skills

Customer service

Onboarding

Compliance

Background checks

Drug testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Candidate Tracker

Background check systems

E-Verify

Job description

Overview

Why Aerotek?

Aerotek is an operating company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.We are a privately held organization with over 200+ offices nationwide. We work with 95% of Fortune 500 companies and specialize in staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance.

Working at Aerotek and why you will love it…

At Aerotek, we prioritize inclusivity and foster a magnetic work environment that empowers our employees to achieve both personal and professional aspirations. By putting the people first, our corporate culture encourages employee engagement and enhances performance through comprehensive training and a positive culture. We promote exclusively from within.

As a Field Operations Associate you will…

• Ensure client pre-employment requirements, forms, policies, and documents regarding onboarding are kept current and validated with Compliance departments.
• Manage client requirements for the onboarding packet (e.g., authorization forms, drug tests, background checks etc.) and update the Candidate Tracker with contractor data until candidate is cleared to start.
• Enter and manage background, drug testing and medical screening process for contractors.
• Manage contractor compliance with key E-Verify requirements (e.g., expired documents, expired compliance).
• Provide outstanding front office customer service (telephone and reception area)
• Order, maintain and organize all office supplies, manage mailing and shipments, and file and maintain office paperwork and office directory.
• Provide world class customer service in every interaction to ensure a quality candidate experience.

Let’s talk money and perks!

Aerotek offers an hourly rate of $20.19 as well as a performance-based annual bonus potential of $4,000.

Additional benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision
• HSA & 401k account
• 20 days of paid time off as well as paid holidays
• Parental/Family leave
• Employee discounts

Do you have the following?

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• Customer or sales focused experience
• Experience in a team-oriented environment

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors