Spike Energy is recruiting an Administrative Clerk. We reward our employees for their loyalty and hard work Message to Candidates: Thank you in advance for applying for this position. We know looking for a job is not easy, and we appreciate, in advance, every single one of you that sends in an application. You are awesome! Candidates, please include a cover letter with a little information about yourself and why you would like to get hired (and why an administrative clerk position would be a good fit for you). Why Work at Spike Energy? -large, private offices -socially distanced working environment -ability to work from home (if necessary) -fun, laid back office environment -flexible hours, will work around your schedule -you will learn tons of stuff -the pay isn't bad either --General Job Information -- About the Company: Spike Energy supplies energy to commercial and industrial customers all around Texas. One of our subsidiaries also supplies Point of Sale Equipment and other financial services. This is a perfect entry-level position for candidates wanting to get a start in the energy and payment processing industries. This position requires a lot of problem solving and technical analysis. Availability Requirements: 25 to 30 hours / week during Office Hours (minimum 4 days a week availability required) Office hours: 10:00am - 7:00pm CST Job Description: The Candidate hired in this position will be working within a team to manage and support Spike Energy and its subsidiary's backend operations. This typically compromises a series of job responsibilities, of which some are listed below: -Answering incoming / making out-going customer-service calls -Interfacing (virtually via email / on the telephone) and negotiating (virtually via email / on the telephone) with suppliers, vendors and customers on a regular basis -Filing, record keeping, ordering supplies -Tidying up and maintaining an efficiently functioning office environment -Preparing documents (spreadsheets, word docs, presentations, etc..) -Faxing and emailing documents -Sending, receiving and organizing mail -Maintaining a work journal as well as a time log -Working within a socially-distanced team environment to problem solve, conduct research, and give presentations (online) -Attending team meetings and trainings (when it's safe). -Various technology related functions such as downloading and installing equipment, building data files, and troubleshooting technology issues with clients and vendors -Some travel may be required (very rare). Educational requirements: -Candidates must have an associate degree or higher OR -Candidates must currently be enrolled in college pursuing a degree If your resume is well done, we'll consider you for employment with a high school diploma, so please do a good job on your resume and show us that you can handle the work Qualifications / Preferred Candidate Disposition: -Ideal candidates will possess the following traits: punctuality, accuracy, responsibility, honesty, integrity, positivity, amiability, camaraderie and a can-do attitude -Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English is required. Fluency in additional languages is a plus but not a requirement -Attention to detail, and ability to complete work in the allotted time frame -Ability to self-motivate -Good candidate should be able to learn from mistakes and learn to avoid making those mistakes in the future -Adherence to company protocols is a must -Drug Free environment, back ground check required, part-time job--employer willing to work around your class schedule (if in school). -Data Entry: 40+ words per minute typing speed and typing accuracy required Other Perks: Employer Determined Bonuses