Administrative Assistant

Job Description:

Pentair has a job opportunity for you! 

Join us as an Administrative Assistant in our Moorpark, CA facility. 

You will… Coordinate all aspects of the travel function.  Research options to maintain an economical, efficient travel program while following Pentair, Inc.’s existing Travel Policies.  Work with Pentair East & West divisions.

What’s in it for you? 

• The anticipated hourly pay range for this role is: $17.88 - $33.22. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be determined by considering demonstrable level of experience, skills, knowledge, and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, and other relevant business or organizational needs. 
• 11 paid holidays each year 
• 2 weeks of paid vacation to start (accrued weekly) and prorated based on hire date. 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Up to 5% 401K match starting day one of employment. 
• Tuition reimbursement to support your education goals. 

More details about the opportunity: 

•  Schedules personnel on commercial flights.  This can result in flights at airports close to desired location rather than into requested hub.  Coordinates these steps to economize when possible. 
• Uses Internet to research fares and coordinates either directly or through Carlson-Wagonlit, Pentair’s travel agency.
• Obtains supervisory approval on initial flight requests.
• Monitors the use of company air travel and car company credit cards.  Issues new cards and handles cancellation orders.
• Prepares travel kit for new hires expected to travel for the company.
• Makes hotel/motel and auto rental reservations in the most economical manner available.
• Negotiates with hotels for preferred rates.
• Assists with Internet “MapQuest” maps for travelers unfamiliar with the area they are traveling.
• Monitors monthly reports received from TQ3.
• Prepares a monthly report to reflect travel by destination, changes, and total charges per trip.
• Assists in the answering of telephones.
• Helps coordinate multiple tasks as required in Administration.

Position hours/shift available

• Mon-Fri (starting time 8:00AM)
• In order to accommodate the needs of our business, it may be necessary to change individual work schedules on either a short-term or long-term basis. 

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Well-organized person with basic typing skills and a friendly, persuasive telephone manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at a time. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with 0-2 years experience in the field or in a related area.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Able to communicate effectively in the English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Ability to sit for long periods of time.  There is no heavy lifting assigned to this position.

TRAVEL

None required.

Pentair is an equal opportunity Employer. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.

We take ongoing action to improve the diversity of our workforce by:

• Ensuring leadership involvement and ownership
• Attracting and retaining diverse talent at all levels
• Fostering a globally aware, inclusive culture
• Ensuring our practices are fair and non-discriminatory