Contract Lighting Assistant – Commercial Lighting

Pay: $19.00–$20.00 per hour

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and computer-savvy Contract Lighting Assistant to join a well-established company in the commercial lighting industry.

This position will support an outside commercial lighting sales representative with project coordination, order processing, blueprint reviews, and communication with contractors and vendors.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working with technical documents, managing multiple orders, and ensuring projects stay on track. Experience in lighting, electrical supply, construction administration, or project coordination is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings and blueprints to perform lighting fixture takeoffs (counts).

• Assist the commercial lighting sales team with daily administrative and project support.

• Enter, process, and track customer orders accurately and efficiently.

• Monitor backorders, product availability, and estimated shipping dates.

• Communicate with contractors and vendors regarding order status and delivery updates.

• Prepare lighting submittals for contractor review and approval.

• Review approved submittals to ensure orders meet project specifications and customer expectations.

• Maintain accurate project documentation and order records.

• Use Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and PDF software to review and manage project information.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administrative support, order processing, project coordination, or a related position.

• Experience in commercial lighting, electrical supply, or construction is a plus.

• Familiarity with reading electrical blueprints or construction drawings preferred.

• Experience with Bluebeam or similar blueprint software is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working with PDF documents.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and follow up on outstanding orders.

• Comfortable communicating with contractors, vendors, and sales representatives.

What We're Looking For

Someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoys keeping projects organized. This is a great opportunity for an administrative or project support professional interested in growing their experience in the commercial lighting and construction industry.

Compensation: $19.00–$20.00 per hour

Interview Availability: Interviews are being scheduled for next week.

Apply Today!

If you have strong administrative skills, are comfortable working with technical documents, and enjoy coordinating projects and orders, we encourage you to apply. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and next steps.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Jennifer Roldan