North Vancouver, CA
General:
The Receptionist is responsible for all aspects of maintaining the flow of communications for Surespan’s Head Office. The successful candidate will be organized, able to multi-task, have exceptional people skills and be able to work at a fast pace with extreme accuracy.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Answering phones and transferring calls accurately. When required, taking accurate, legible messages and forwarding in a timely manner
Managing couriers including receiving packages and distributing in a timely manner, sending packages as required, maintaining records of courier transactions and reconciling records with each and every invoice
Processing mail and faxes in a timely and accurate manner
Preparing paperwork for filing by organizing items as instructed
Maintaining office supplies including organizing / keeping tidy storage areas, ordering office supplies at all times ensuring that supplies are replenished before running out.
Responsible for maintaining tidiness of all common areas of the office
On a daily basis, organizing and picking up lunch for the President of the firm [a valid driver's license and own vehicle is required; kms will be reimbursed]
On an as required basis assisting all other departments as needed (prioritizing will be paramount) including completing tasks as requested by the various personnel in these departments.
Experience Required:
No experience necessary. This is an ideal position for those looking to enter the work force and to train on the job.
Required Skills and Certifications:
Exceptional organizational skills and time management
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (working knowledge of MS Word and Excel are a must)
Effective communication skills both written and verbal
Able to work in a team environment with multiple departments
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment and successfully execute many tasks
Ability to manage time and deal with multiple issues, including shifting priorities and schedules
Punctual and reliable
Valid driver's license and own vehicle
Location of Employment:
The position is based out of the Surespan Group Head Office in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in Canada. International candidates cannot be considered; such applications will not receive responses.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm with a 1 hour break.
Wage: This is an entry level position and is paid at an hourly rate. The rate of pay will be $22-$24 an hour with an excellent benefits package after completion of a three month probationary period.
Extras: Surespan offers 1 session per week with a personal trainer in our building's gym. The office has a lounge with ping pong, darts and couches for employee enjoyment.
Applications accepted by web site response only; please no phone calls.
Please no recruiters or agencies for this position - thank you.