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The Administrative Assistant will perform all administrative and file management tasks requested by Lawyers, Practice Assistants and other support functions. This includes file opening, copying ...

The Administrative Assistant is a position serving administrative functions across various departments and divisions. This role will be based at our Calgary location. The administrative assistant ...

Administrative Assistant KSB GIW, Inc. Job Title : Administrative Assistant Department: Fort McMurray Service Center Reports to: Service Center Operations Manager Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta ...

Liaise with internal departments, vendors, clients, and field personnel to ensure smooth communication. * Assist with special projects and administrative initiatives. * Perform other duties as ...

As our Administrative Assistant (Internally known as Project Coordinator I), you'll be the steady force that ensures every restoration project runs smoothly from start to finish. You'll support ...

As our Administrative Assistant (Internally known as Project Coordinator I), you'll be the steady force that ensures every restoration project runs smoothly from start to finish. You'll support ...

As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Investment Advisor team in our Wood Gundy brokerage. You'll work closely with the team of Advisors ...

AUPE Band Level 4 | Administrative Assistant I | $44,663 - $55,957 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full time, permanent position with the Alberta Union of ...

As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Investment Advisor team in our Wood Gundy brokerage. You'll work closely with the team of Advisors ...

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (Permanent full-time contract) | Calgary, AB Working in a LASIK MD clinic (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the ...

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (Permanent full-time contract) | Calgary, AB Working in a LASIK MD clinic (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the ...

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What is the difference between Administrative Assistant vs Receptionist?

AspectAdministrative AssistantReceptionist
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require additional certificationsHigh school diploma typically sufficient
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, supporting multiple departments or executivesFront desk, greeting visitors, answering phones
Employer & Industry UsageCommon across various industries, supporting administrative functionsPrimarily in customer service and front desk roles
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for administrative support rolesCompared for front desk and customer interaction roles

While both roles support office operations, Administrative Assistants handle a broader range of administrative tasks, including scheduling and document management, whereas Receptionists primarily manage front desk duties and visitor interactions.

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Infographic showing various Adminstrative Assistant job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Administrative Assistant

Cando Rail & Terminals LP

Edmonton, AB

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Administrative Assistant is a self-starter with strong organization, communication, interpersonal, accounting, and computer skills. If you enjoy working within a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

  • Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
  • Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
  • Award Winning Safety Culture
  • Employee Ownership Program
  • Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
  • Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
  • Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

Job Description

Administrative Assistant is a self-starter with strong organization, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills. Working in a fast-paced, customer and employee-oriented environment, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for organizing and coordinating the administrative needs of the team. This is a 4 month term position.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Support Superintendent with daily administrative tasks
  • Manage customer and employee enquiries in a courteous, expedient, and professional manner
  • Provide support to our operational sites in the region,
  • Coordinate recertification training and submit certificates to Safety Centre.
  • Provide support and assist with monthly operational KPI Reports.
  • Coordinate and conducting onboarding sessions for all new hires.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with people of all backgrounds and levels of comprehension including managers, employees, customers, customers regarding sensitive or confidential issues
  • Ability to work with others to foster a respectful workplace and an atmosphere of cooperation and teamwork; create a work environment that is open to maintaining positive relationships
  • Skilled at building, developing, mentoring, and leading in a way that promotes the Cando culture and its values of safety, growth, innovation, and employee/customer satisfaction
  • Demonstrate ability to work independently, be self-motivated, innovative, and able to be
  • responsible in the decision-making process; ability to think pro-actively and strategically
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, with the skill to adapt easily to other software systems
  • Demonstrated information gathering skills used to find and identify essential information

Education & Experience

  • Post-secondary certification in office or business administration an asset
  • 1 - 3 years experience working in either Oil & Gas, Rail Industries, or a similar industry
  • Experience with Onboarding/New Hire presentations.

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.