What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media & Marketing Assistant position at Cherry Glass & Aluminum?
Location: Idaho Falls, ID
Company: Cherry Glass & Aluminum — locally owned since 1968
Cherry Glass & Aluminum (CGA) is a multi-generational local business established in 1968 as a branch of Capitol Glass and then purchased and rebranded in 1978. We are seeking individuals (part-time up to full-time) to join our team in-house — no agencies, please. This role will primarily support Cherry Glass but will also assist with social media and marketing efforts for our sister companies American Pump & Drilling and AdvantaServ.
Core Purpose
To support our local brands by creating simple graphics, posting to social media, and monitoring comments and messages in order to keep our online presence active and professional. The goal is to highlight our projects, showcase our core strengths, and represent the quality of work and culture at Cherry Glass and our sister companies. This includes sharing jobsite updates, posting hiring notices, promoting services, maintaining a consistent brand look, collaborating with our videographer, and engaging with our local community online.
What You’ll Do
Daily/Weekly Responsibilities
Cherry Glass & Aluminum has been trusted locally for over 50 years, and together with American Pump & Drilling and AdvantaServ, we serve essential industries across Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. We’re team-oriented, hands-on, and proud of the work we do. You’ll get the chance to grow your marketing skills in a supportive environment while helping three respected local brands showcase their work and culture.
Benefits & Expectations
Company: Cherry Glass & Aluminum — locally owned since 1968
Cherry Glass & Aluminum (CGA) is a multi-generational local business established in 1968 as a branch of Capitol Glass and then purchased and rebranded in 1978. We are seeking individuals (part-time up to full-time) to join our team in-house — no agencies, please. This role will primarily support Cherry Glass but will also assist with social media and marketing efforts for our sister companies American Pump & Drilling and AdvantaServ.
Core Purpose
To support our local brands by creating simple graphics, posting to social media, and monitoring comments and messages in order to keep our online presence active and professional. The goal is to highlight our projects, showcase our core strengths, and represent the quality of work and culture at Cherry Glass and our sister companies. This includes sharing jobsite updates, posting hiring notices, promoting services, maintaining a consistent brand look, collaborating with our videographer, and engaging with our local community online.
What You’ll Do
Daily/Weekly Responsibilities
- Create simple graphics and visuals (ads, project photos, hiring posts) using tools like Canva or Photoshop.
- Post to social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) with consistent, on-brand content.
- Highlight current projects, employee/team spotlights, and completed jobs to show company strengths.
- Monitor comments, messages, and activity — escalate questions or concerns to management as needed.
- Monitor local community pages for people seeking services we offer and share/respond appropriately.
- Capture or request jobsite/project photos for use in posts.
- Collaborate with our in-house videographer to produce engaging short-form video content.
- Keep a basic content calendar aligned with company events and projects.
- Assist with updating website photos or text.
- Support leadership with marketing tasks such as flyers, brochures, or simple ads.
- Track basic engagement (likes, shares, comments) and report what’s working.
- Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Photoshop, or similar).
- Comfortable using social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Positive attitude, reliability, and ability to work both independently and with a team.
- Good communication skills to represent our companies professionally online.
- Photography or video editing skills.
- Previous experience posting for a business or organization.
- Knowledge of construction, trades, or local Idaho businesses.
Cherry Glass & Aluminum has been trusted locally for over 50 years, and together with American Pump & Drilling and AdvantaServ, we serve essential industries across Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. We’re team-oriented, hands-on, and proud of the work we do. You’ll get the chance to grow your marketing skills in a supportive environment while helping three respected local brands showcase their work and culture.
Benefits & Expectations
- Benefits for full-time employees after 90 days include:
- Paid Time Off
- Overtime (as needed for events/projects)
- Health Insurance (80% coverage for the employee)
- Voluntary Vision & Dental Insurance
- PPE Allowances (when needed for site visits/photos)
- Flexible schedule: part-time to full-time depending on workload and candidate availability
- Pay based on skills, experience, and work ethic
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