Bilingual Receptionist

Basden Steel Corporation; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Basden Steel Corporation is seeking a Receptionist to be the first point of contact, delivering front-desk, administrative, and clerical support across multiple entities. You will greet visitors in English and Spanish and handle calls, mail, deliveries, and basic HR/office tasks.

The role requires strong organization, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems is expected as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required; strong verbal and written English and Spanish.
• High school diploma or equivalent; accounting or office coursework a plus.
• Prior receptionist/administrative or accounting support experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and company systems; tech-savvy.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities across entities and departments.

Responsibilities

• Answer and route calls on the main line promptly and professionally.
• Greet visitors in English and Spanish; announce to the appropriate person.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages; process outgoing mail and shipments.
• Coordinate deliveries and schedule pickups with carriers (FedEx/UPS/USPS).
• Maintain facility keys and log issuance/returns.
• Keep kitchen/break area stocked and organized; coordinate with accounting.
• Assist with clerical tasks across departments and data entry.
• Assist with employee boot vouchers via Redwing portal.
• Support HR and office operations as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage HRIS

Job description

Position Summary

The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for Basden Steel Corporation, providing front-desk, administrative, and clerical support across human resources and facilities functions. This role requires a high degree of organization, discretion, and flexibility, supporting multiple affiliated entities and departments while maintaining a professional and welcoming environment for visitors, employees, and vendors.

Front Desk & Office Support

• Serve as the first point of contact for the company; answer and route calls on the main phone line in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner.
• Greet visitors, vendors, employees and job candidates at the door in both English and Spanish; ensure they are announced to the appropriate person and maintain a welcoming, professional lobby area.
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages; prepare and process outgoing mail and shipments.
• Coordinate deliveries and schedule FedEx, UPS and USPS pickups; provide backup coverage for mailroom duties as needed.
• Maintain the USPS postage meter, adding funds on a weekly basis and ensuring uninterrupted mail service.
• Issue, track, and maintain accountability for facility master keys and spare keys, including logging key issuance and returns.
• Keep the kitchen and break areas stocked, clean, and organized in coordination with Karen in accounting, including ordering supplies as needed.
• Schedule recycling bin pickups and coordinate with the vendor to ensure regular service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front office and reception area at all times.
• Assist with coordination of office supplies need with Office Manager
• Assist other departments with general clerical support, such as filing, copying, scanning, and data entry.
• Assist with employee boot vouchers through the Redwing portal.
• Jump in wherever needed to help keep the office running smoothly.
• Assist with other administrative and HR tasks as needed and as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework in office administration or accounting a plus.
• Prior experience in a receptionist, administrative, or accounting support role preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across departments and entities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn company systems such as Sage HRIS and other programs as needed. Must be tech savvy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish, with a professional and courteous phone and in-person manner.
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality when handling financial, payroll, and personnel information.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity office environment.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office setting, working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Consistent, reliable, in-person attendance during these hours is essential, as the Receptionist serves as the primary front-desk and phone coverage for the company. Occasional lifting of mail, supplies, or deliveries (up to 25 lbs) may be required.