City Desk Assistant

About the Company

For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape. Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for over 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast. We take a highly collaborative approach to our work, partnering closely with owners, architects, and the entire planning team well before ground is broken. We provide cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure informed decisions leading to timely, high-quality, and best-value project completion.

Core Values:

• Integrity – Do the right thing… always be respectful, honest, and fair
• Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises
• Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all
• Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions

About the Role

This position supports the Kraus-Anderson (KA) Yard department by servicing internal customers through receiving, processing, and filling orders in person and over the telephone, as well as advising on prices and materials. The role also involves tracking inventory.

Responsibilities

• Accepts phone and email order requests for tools, equipment, and consumables, and documents delivery tickets in the ToolWatch System.
• Catalogs and numbers tools in the inventory system.
• Labels shelves and creates barcodes.
• Receives, tracks, and expedites incoming deliveries.
• Records and calculates maintenance records on vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares purchase orders for Field Superintendents and Yard Personnel.
• Ensures transfer accuracy.
• Maintains inventory log of maintenance supplies and Yard consumables.
• Checks out tools to Superintendents and projects based on real-time records of assignments.
• Manages Vendor Maintenance forms and W-9s.
• Manages yard email inboxes and mail.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of Construction Sales experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office 365 – Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction equipment and consumables.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of ToolWatch software program.
• Knowledge of ViewPoint software program.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently sits, stands, and talks.
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must work and climb on a jobsite to review or inspect work progress.
• Use a computer/laptop/iPad in an open office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting.

Pay

Pay Range: $19.00 to $25.00 hourly, plus a discretionary incentive program. Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs.

Benefits

KA offers full-time employees (30+ hours) a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

• Medical insurance Plan Options
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wellness Program
• Fitness Center (Minneapolis)
• KA University Training and Development
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company-sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Time Off including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Workplace Flexibility
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
• Part-time/Transition Options
• Free Parking

Along with employer-sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.