ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST

Carter Machinery • Salem, VA

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About The Position

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington D.C. is hiring an Assistant-Receptionist in Salem, Virginia at our corporate headquarters. The Assistant (Receptionist) is responsible for greeting customers, visitors, and guests; determining the nature of business and directing visitors to the appropriate location; operating the switchboard and maintaining telephone listings. The Assistant-Receptionist also provides clerical assistance to the Human Resources department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Professional demeanor.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Good computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate tasks with competing demands.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to handle high volume calls and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet customer demands.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an office environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, visitors, and guests.
• Determine the nature of business and direct visitors to the appropriate location.
• Operate the switchboard and maintain telephone listings.
• Provide clerical assistance to the Human Resources department.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with a $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, tools, cars, and trucks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED