Admin Assistant- Field Operations

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A&K Railroad Materials Inc

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Salt Lake City, Utah

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Admin Assistant will manage documentation, equipment logistics, and field activity tracking to support the Field Operations team. Responsibilities also include handling expense coding, vendor payments, timekeeping, and payroll entry while coordinating project data.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent with strong organizational and multitasking skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. You are a detail-oriented, collaborative, and self-driven individual ready to learn new systems and support field operations in a fast-paced environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office

Job Description

Description

Are you a driven Admin Assistant ready to step into a fast-paced, high-impact role where your organization and initiative truly matters? A&K Railroad Materials Inc., a leader in rail manufacturing for over 65 years, is looking for a motivated Admin Assistant to support our Field Operations team. This is an entry level opportunity designed for someone who thrives in a collaborative, hardworking environment and is eager to grow into a long-term career.

We’re looking for a reliable and proactive Admin Assistant who brings strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a team-first mindset. If you are organized, adaptable, and motivated to build a career in operations, this entry level opportunity offers the training, exposure, and advancement potential to get you there.

This Admin Assistant position is 100% onsite in our Salt Lake City office, working Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You will play a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly by managing documentation, supporting equipment logistics, and ensuring accurate tracking of field activity. As an entry level team member, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to operations, project coordination, and cross-functional communication—ideal for a self-starter who can take ownership and deliver results with minimal direction.

In this Admin Assistant role, you will coordinate inspection records, project documentation, and bid-related data while working closely with Field Operations leadership and the Equipment Manager. You’ll manage expense coding, vendor payments, and assist with timekeeping and payroll entry, all while maintaining accuracy in a high-volume environment. This entry level position requires strong prioritization, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively while collaborating with internal teams and field crews to meet deadlines and support project success.

Requirements

 What you bring:

  • High school diploma or equivalent with strong organizational and multitasking skills 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems quickly 
  • Detail-oriented mindset with strong prioritization and communication abilities 
  • A collaborative, self-driven approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced setting 

We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, holiday pay, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

If you’re ready to step into an Admin Assistant role where you can contribute immediately and grow with a company that values teamwork and results, click to complete our quick 3-minute application. Our team will be in touch within 24–48 hours. 

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A&K Railroad Materials Inc

A&K Railroad Materials, is the nation's leading supplier of new and used track materials. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, A&K has regional sales offices, satellite sales offices and a network of storage and distribution centers strategically located throughout the United States. Together, these offices and locations maintain the most extensive and comprehensive inventory of new, relay, and reconditioned rail and track materials in the nation. The reasons to choose A&K Railroad Materials are clear. A&K's team of rail specialists deliver the quality products you need on time and exactly right. They back up commitments with performance. Railroad professionals around the world know when they need it, A&K has it all. Such as fasteners from our own fasteners division, a trackwork manufacturing plant, continuous welding plant and fleet of CWR trains. We also travel the world for materials our customers need, buying and recovering about 500 miles of track every year.
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