Receptionist

The Durham Company, headquarters in Lebanon, MO has been in business for 65 years, with locations in Lebanon MO, Houston MO, and Buffalo MO. A well-established leader in the Utility Production industry and known for its innovation and quality, The Durham Company provides its workforce with competitive compensation, health benefits (health, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance) accrued paid time off, holiday pay, retirement 401 (k), and various other employee perks that contribute to the overall job satisfaction. These factors combined can make The Durham Company a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Receptionist, Multi-line Phone; Full-time, Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Key (Essential) Responsibilities:

• Greets customers, visitors, and guests; determines the purpose of each person’s visit and directs or escorts him or her to the appropriate location.
• Operates a multi-line phone system; including answering for multi-plant locations.
• Answers, screens, and directs phone calls to staff; takes messages and schedules vehicles.
• Daily mail runs to the local Post Office.
• Receives mail, documents, packages, and courier deliveries and delivers or distributes items.
• Performs administrative and clerical support tasks.
• Performance accounting duties as assigned.
• Performs basic filing and recordkeeping.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Business etiquette as the first representation of the company verbally and non-verbally.
• Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to alphabetize and perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday with minimum attendance disruptions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Multi-line phone system previous experience required.
• Valid drivers license required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Pay dependent upon experience.
• Pre-employment drug screen is performed, must be able to pass.