Administrative Assistant

Alligator Towing & Recovery
  • Knoxville, Tennessee
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    What It Means to Be an Administrative Assistant at Guardian Fleet Services
     
    Being an Administrative Assistant at Guardian Fleet Services means you are the operational backbone of a fast‑paced towing and fleet‑service environment. You’re the first point of contact for customers, drivers, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring every call, request, and task is handled with accuracy and urgency. Your work keeps the office organized, compliant, and running smoothly while supporting dispatch, management, and field operations.
     
    Position Summary
     
    The Administrative Assistant I supports daily office operations within a fast‑paced towing and impound environment. This role focuses on account payables, customer communication, data entry, and accurate documentation of tow tickets, invoices, and payments. The Administrative Assistant ensures smooth coordination between drivers, dispatch, customers, and management while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
     
    Key Responsibilities
    • Process daily invoices with accuracy and timeliness.
    • Assist with accounts payables and title processing
    • Review tickets for completeness, correct billing codes, and required documentation.
    • Post customer payments, motor club payments, and municipal payments into the accounting system.
    • Reconcile daily cash, credit card, and check deposits.
    • Follow up on outstanding balances, declined payments, and billing discrepancies.
    • Prepare and send statements to customers, motor clubs, and contracted agencies.
    • Maintain organized digital and physical records for audits and compliance.
    • Answer incoming calls and assist customers with invoice questions, vehicle release requirements, and payment options.
    • Support dispatch and yard staff by verifying vehicle information, updating system notes, and retrieving documentation.
    • Assist with impound releases, including verifying ownership, confirming holds, and collecting required fees.
    • Enter data into towing management software, ensuring accuracy in vehicle details, timestamps, and driver logs.
    • Maintain office supplies, forms, and administrative materials.
    • Support management with reports, filing, and general office tasks as assigned.
     
     
     
    Qualifications
    • 1+ year of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience (tow/transportation industry preferred but not required).
    • Basic understanding of accounts receivable, invoicing, or payment processing.
    • Strong computer skills, including data entry and use of office software.
    • Ability to learn towing/impound management systems quickly
    • Excellent communication and customer service skills, especially in stressful or emotional situations.
    • High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
    • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions.
     
    Physical & Work Environment Requirements
    • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
    • Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. (files, office supplies, etc.).
    • Work performed in an office located within an active tow yard; exposure to outdoor noise and vehicle traffic when assisting customers.
     
    Benefits Offered:
    • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
    • Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
    • $15K Employer paid Life and AD&D 
    • 401(k) Plan
    • Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
    • Hospital Indemnity
    • Cancer plan
    • Accident Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee Referral Bonus
     
    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.  We believe that diversity strengthens our organization and are dedicated to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.
     
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKnoxville, Tennessee
    Websitehttps://guardianfleetservice.com/careers-listings

    Skills

    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Cancerunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Credit Cardsunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Data Entryunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Environmental Regulationsunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Lift/Move 20 Poundsunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Payment Processingunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Telephone Skillsunmatched
    • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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