Job Description

Department Assistant – Construction Field Office

Location: Battle Creek, MI 49017 (Onsite – No Remote/Hybrid)

Type: 6-Month Contract - Opportunities for extension

Pay Rate: $21–$23/hr (OT available after 40 hours/week)

Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM (5/10 workweek; weekends may be required)

About the Role:

We are seeking a dependable Department Assistant to join the team at an active construction site in Battle Creek, MI. This role will be based out of the field office on-site and will support daily administrative functions essential to construction operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support weekly field craft payroll time entry and verify jobsite badging system records
• Submit corrections and assist with craft correction paychecks as needed
• Perform data entry into IRA tracking logs and apprentice databases
• Manage and process new hire paperwork accurately before submission to payroll
• Handle general document control and manage UPS/FedEx deliveries at the field office
• Maintain and order office supplies as needed
• Assist with event and training setup
• Provide overall administrative support to site management

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum 2 years of administrative or coordinator experience, preferably in a construction environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word; Oracle experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and fulfill urgent requests as needed
• Professional, mature, and positive demeanor
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs if necessary
• Must have reliable transportation to access the field office (gravel roads)
• Must pass MVR check (background check includes driving record)
• Steel-toed work boots required
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus

Work Environment:

• Must be comfortable working on an active construction site and exposed to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
• Noise levels are generally low to moderate.

Note:

• No per diem offered – local candidates only.
• Overtime available according to Michigan state OT laws.

At The Planet Group, we connect Construction experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.

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