Technical Assistant Job Description template
We are looking for an enthusiastic technical assistant to support our team with administrative and technical tasks. As a technical assistant, you will be required to perform basic administrative tasks including filing, composing emails, printing documents, scheduling meetings, answering phones, and creating reports. You will also be required to provide basic technical assistance such as the setting up and cleaning of equipment, setting parameters, checking doses, and overseeing processes
Technical Assistant Responsibilities
- Perform all technical aspects of the assignment, under the direction of a team leader.
- Perform all phases of field operation and project work, under the direction of a team leader.
- Maintain equipment, supplies and records.
- Maintain communication with team members, other project team members, and supervisor.
- Maintain communication with external clients and organizations.
- Perform all duties as necessary to properly perform job function.
- Perform a variety of administrative and technical tasks to support department needs, including entering and editing information into databases, preparing reports, and supplying documentation
- Maintain and update databases, document management systems, and other internal information systems
- Perform a variety of administrative tasks, including filing, copying, and answering phones
Objectives
- Communicate effectively with site managers and supervisors to ensure clear, accurate, and timely communication
- Assist with document management and organizing project files and records
- Assist with reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and other technical documents
- Maintain confidentiality of all project documents and data
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors
Technical Assistant Skills Needed
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university
- Strong background in science or mathematics
- Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Basic knowledge of construction
- Ability to use common construction tools
- Ability to understand and apply construction codes