Office Assistant

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Aks Engineering & Forestry
Specializes in engineering and forestry services for infrastructure, environmental, and construction projects.
Manage front desk, admin, hospitality, and facilities for a Vancouver office.
8 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Vancouver, WA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Forestry
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Design
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Arborist & Urban Forestry
Aerial Surveying
Civil Engineering
Construction Support
Construction Surveying
Forest Engineering
GIS
Forestry Management
Role
What you would be doing
vendor coordination
printer maintenance
office supplies
front desk
event scheduling
visitor reception
  • Coordinate vendor visits, printer/copier maintenance, and office supply restocking.
  • Answer and route incoming calls for the Vancouver office (and occasionally support other offices).
  • Take ownership of office hospitality efforts, including planning and executing weekly team lunches (like our famous Burger Wednesday)—from shopping and meal prep to cleanup.
  • Assist with light facilities maintenance, such as coordinating repairs, troubleshooting minor issues, or handling small fixes.
  • Contribute to maintaining an organized, safe, and enjoyable office environment for the entire team.
  • Manage front desk operations, including incoming/outgoing mail, deliveries, and office supply inventory.
  • Support internal teams with scheduling, event coordination, and general administrative needs.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and vendors, and greet everyone with warmth and professionalism.
What you bring
microsoft office
notary public
a/e/c
facilities maintenance
driver’s license
2+ years

Are you the kind of person who thrives on keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Do you enjoy being the friendly, dependable go-to person everyone counts on? If so, this Office Assistant role in our Vancouver, WA office might be a great fit. This full-time, in-office position is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and enjoys creating a welcoming, well-functioning environment for both employees and visitors.

  • You’re proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook.
  • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Notary Public certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Experience in the A/E/C (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry or a similar professional services environment.
  • You’re comfortable handling multiple tasks while keeping the office running smoothly.
  • Basic facilities maintenance or vendor management experience.
  • Experience supporting events, meetings, or team lunches.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • You have 2+ years of experience working in a professional office environment.
Benefits
  • Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates. We believe food brings people together.
  • Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
  • Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
  • Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
  • Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Sustainable engineering and forestry solutions
Company Vision
The company was founded with a vision to offer sustainable engineering and forestry solutions across diverse industries.
High-quality services
Industry Reputation
The company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality services across the energy, infrastructure, and utilities sectors.
Innovative engineering with forestry expertise
Service Integration
The company focuses on integrating innovative engineering solutions with forestry expertise to support environmentally conscious projects.
Large-scale infrastructure projects
Market Impact
The company works on large-scale infrastructure, energy, and utility projects that impact both local communities and global markets.
Diverse geographical projects
Geographical Reach
The company has managed projects in diverse geographical areas, tackling unique challenges with specialized solutions.
Engineering precision with natural resource management
Core Competencies
The company is known for combining engineering precision with a deep understanding of natural resource management.
High-profile projects
Project Experience
The company is involved in several high-profile projects in energy, transport, and water management.
Tailored sustainable solutions
Project Commitment
The company is committed to providing tailored solutions that balance development and environmental sustainability.
Culture + Values
Since 2018
Named Oregonian Top Workplace
Recognized continuously as a top workplace in Oregon for its dedication to fostering a positive and engaging work environment.
  • Community Is Everything – building relationships through meals, team adventures, events
  • A Culture of Learning – covers dues, licensing, on‑the‑job training, weekly Tech Talks, roundtables, Lunch & Learns
  • Giving Back – regular volunteer events with Habitat for Humanity, Arbor Day, and other causes
  • Encouraging Health & Wellness – physical & mental health supported via Employee Assistance Program, group sports and wellness events
  • Safety Program – goal of zero workplace accidents with active involvement from all employees
  • Mission: 'We design strong communities... we do things the right way, because it is the right thing to do.'
  • Organized around multidisciplinary teams, functioning as one company/community, empowering employees
  • Values: Excellence – 'We take pride in the high quality of our work.'
Environment + Sustainability
  • Forestry services include sustainable forest & land management planning with a focus on stewardship and climate resiliency.
  • Forest management plans incorporate climate resiliency and stewardship considerations.
  • Wildfire risk assessments and mitigation are integrated into forestry services.
  • Forest stand assessments evaluate ecological attributes and biodiversity.
  • Reforestation and forest restoration consulting is offered for long-term forest health.
  • GIS-enabled timber assessments include data on species diversity, age, and size of timber.
  • Services include stream crossing and fish passage culvert design to protect ecosystems.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • hires regardless of skin color, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, or financial class
  • No publicly available gender breakdown or numeric DEI outcomes found
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