What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant - Administrative position at Covarent?
We're looking for an organized, dependable Office Assistant to keep our Richardson office running smoothly. You'll be a key point of contact for our contractors, callers, and team, helping coordinate schedules, keep documents in order, and make sure the office has what it needs day to day. This is a newly developing position, so as the role grows, expect additional responsibilities to be added over time. It's a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow with a company and take on more as they learn the business.
Compensation:$17 - $20 hourly
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and hand off schedules with contractors, confirming dates, times, and job details
Organize, file, and maintain physical and digital documents, including contracts, invoices, permits, and job paperwork
Serve as the second point of contact on the main phone line: answering calls, taking messages, and routing inquiries to the right person
Track and order office supplies and marketing materials (business cards, flyers, branded items) so inventory never runs low
Greet visitors and vendors, and receive deliveries and mail
Enter and update information in company systems and spreadsheets
Maintain calendars and send appointment reminders as needed
Assist with scanning, printing, and preparing documents for the team
Support other administrative and office needs as the role develops
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
1 year of office, administrative, or customer service experience preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Clear, professional phone and email communication
Comfortable with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
Able to manage multiple tasks and follow through without close supervision
Experience in construction, trades, or property management is a plus
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
About Company
Covarent is a Dallas-Fort Worth-based trades company built around a simple idea: the people doing the work should be the ones you can trust to get it right the first time.
We operate across plumbing, excavation, and construction services — three trades that, done well, share the same foundation: licensed expertise, careful planning, and follow-through. Rather than treating these as separate vendors, Covarent brings them together under one roof, so property owners, developers, and businesses across DFW get consistent standards and a single point of accountability.
Salary : $17 - $20