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Administrative Assistant - Peoria, Illinois - $20-$24/hr DOE

ELM Utility Services
Peoria, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
ELM Utility Services is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

ELM Utility Services is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our corporate office in Peoria, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys supporting others and thrives in a fast-paced office environment. ELM Utility Services, with over 1500 employees nationwide, provides a variety of services in the utilities industry including underground utility locating, meter services, gas leak survey, pipeline services, and GPS mapping.

In this role, you will provide front desk administrative support by greeting guests, answering and delegating calls with our switchboard phone system, and distribute mail throughout the office. This role also acts as support to the Human Resources Department and will report directly to the VP of HR. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple priorities, handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality, and maintain a high level of accuracy in daily work.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

  • Answer switchboard phone system and delegate calls accordingly
  • Greet visitors
  • Receive and sort incoming mail/deliveries and distribute as needed
  • Maintain and organize personnel files and other HR documentation
  • Scan and add files into the HR ECM (electronic filing system)
  • Create active employee files for newly hired team members
  • Respond to applicant inquiries and delegate to necessary hiring managers, as needed
  • Data entry while prioritizing accuracy and attention to detail
  • Various administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Previous Administrative and/or Customer Service experience is required
  • Excellent typing and data entry skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality work
  • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including outlook, word, and excel

ELM offers a comprehensive total rewards package in addition to hourly compensation, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time, with accrual up to 80 hours per year to start
  • 6 paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid hands-on training
  • Annual performance reviews with the potential for pay increases
  • Bonuses for milestone anniversaries

Selection Process

When evaluating applicants for this position, ELM Utility Services will consider business needs and other relevant factors, including reorganization requirements, diversity opportunities, relocation needs, employee development, and succession planning.

ELM UTILITY SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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