Administrative Assistant III

Are you an administrative professional looking to join an organization with a collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented culture? EPI Power is hiring an Administrative Assistant III to provide support to members of the EPI leadership team. The Administrative Assistant III plays a crucial role in keeping the business unit organized and running smoothly. This role will work out of The Weitz Company office in downtown Des Moines Monday – Friday during standard business hours. If you take pride in providing an excellent level of support to an organization and company leaders, this could be a great fit for you! 

EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do:

Provide excellent administrative support to the Vice President, Operations Director, and overall business unit

Accurately prepare and review reports, memos, and routine correspondence on behalf of the business including items that are confidential in nature

Prepare notes and presentations for staff meetings

Input data and update documents and contracts

Maintain accurate records, business licenses, organizational charts, manpower staffing charts, and owner contract files

Coordinate events, meetings, and travel arrangements for team members

Communication information in a professional and timely manner

Support day-to-day efforts of the workforce development team in supporting field operations with a highly skilled craft employee

Develop and deliver structured training programs for electricians, apprentices, foremen, and general foremen

Partner with field leadership to identify skill gaps and training needs

Support foremen and general foremen in improving crew performance

Coordinate planning and logistics for craft initiatives; such as hands-on skill assessments, technical training, and leadership development

Accurately capture EPI workforce data to evaluate effectiveness of programming and to analyze technical skill gaps for both new hires and existing employees in alignment with construction industry workforce trends

Maintain accurate records of completed compliance and development certificates

Collaborate with recruitment team to aid craft pipeline through partnerships and job fairs

What We’re Looking For:

Experience:

4+ years of experience in workforce development, training, or electrical construction-related position required

Familiarity with electrical construction or skilled trades experience is highly desired

Associate's degree in a related field such as workforce development, human resources, education/learning, or electrical construction management is required – an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills:

Excellent presentation and public speaking skills

Possess a high degree of self-motivation and professionalism

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Excellent verbal and written communication 

Technology:

Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel to construction project sites, partnership facilities, or events

Some evening or weekend availability will be required for various events

Being bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus