General Office & Sales Assistant

May's Lawn Care; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

May’s Lawn Care seeks a motivated General Office Assistant to streamline sales and administrative processes. You’ll prepare customer quotes, answer calls, and support daily office tasks with precision and reliability.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and communicates clearly, with experience using computers and office programs, and a willingness to handle a variety of administrative duties in a landscape-oriented business.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail in all tasks.
• Proficient with computer programs and basic software.
• Able to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Works well in a team and supports colleagues.
• Familiarity with landscape industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and generate customer quotes.
• Answer incoming phone calls, direct and relay messages.
• Data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• Scanning, filing, and organizing documents.
• Communicating with customers and vendors.
• Maintaining an organized and efficient office environment.
• Assist with additional administrative tasks and daily office operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Time management

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Communication

Team player

Landscape industry familiarity

Job description

May’s Lawn Care is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented General Office Assistant to help streamline our sales and administrative processes. This position will be responsible for preparing and sending accurate customer quotes in a timely manner, answering incoming phone calls, and assisting with various office duties as needed. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and has strong communication and attention-to-detail skills.

Typical Weekly Duties Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Prepare and generate customer quotes.
• Answer incoming phone calls, direct calls to the appropriate individuals, and relay messages or information accurately.
• Provide general administrative and office support as needed, including:
  • Data entry and maintaining accurate records.
  • Scanning, filing, and organizing documents.
  • Communicating with customers and vendors.
  • Maintaining an organized and efficient office environment.
• Assist with additional administrative tasks and daily office operations as needed.

For this position, we are looking for the following abilities/characteristics:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to proficiently use a computer and its programs.
• Strive for accuracy/correctness in every task.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Efficient (once the position is learned).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player, willingness to engage in a variety of activities.
• Familiarity with landscape industry.

Pay based on experience and qualifications.