Administrative Assistant

About Us

You're not likely to find another company like Vermeer Midwest. Our people are from all walks of life, rolling up our sleeves and getting tough work done every day, together. We're a family-owned and operated company with an unmatched culture, one that is built on the belief that every Vermeer team member has real, personal impact - on our people, our customers and our world. Whoever you are and where you are in your career, Vermeer helps you be Equipped to Do More.

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the Aurora dealership.  Clerical duties may include a combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, office machine operation, word processing, and filing.

Essential Functions

• Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.
• Validate credit card receipts and post them to the proper GL accounts for payment.
• Perform accounts receivable collections calls and document status of accounts.
• Assemble equipment manuals and keep them organized.
• Enter traffic sold, demos, loaners, and dealer to dealer equipment in CDK.
• Maintain and update filing and computer systems, either manually or using a computer.
• Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, fax machines, voicemail systems, and personal computers.

Non-Essential Functions

• Collect DOT DVIRS and log book information monthly.
• Assist the service department in closing work orders.  
• Open, sort, and route incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail.
• Confer with coworkers to coordinate work activities.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalency required.
• 1-2 years of administrative experience is preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong computer skills is required.
• Proficiency in CDK is preferred.

Vermeer Midwest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.