Front Desk Receptionist (Entry Level) (Temp)

Brown and Root Industrial Services; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services, based in Deer Park, TX, seeks a friendly Front Desk Receptionist to be the first point of contact for visitors and clients. This entry-level, temporary role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and a professional demeanor to support daily administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, managing calls, handling mail, scheduling, and coordinating with departments while maintaining confidentiality and a welcoming, efficient reception area.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; cert in office administration or related field is a plus.
• Experience: 1–2 years in receptionist or customer service role.
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication; proficient in MS Office; strong organization and multitasking; professional appearance; ability to handle confidential information; familiar with office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors in a warm and professional manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct phone calls to appropriate departments or individuals.
• Provide accurate information and assistance to visitors and clients.
• Maintain the reception area, ensuring it is clean, organized, and presentable.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and meetings.
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and faxing.
• Register visitors and issue visitor passes.
• Notify staff of visitor arrivals.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth communication and operations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional appearance

Confidentiality

Office equipment familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in office administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Front Desk Receptionist (Entry Level) (Temp)

Full-Time/Part Time

Regular Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking a friendly, organized, and professional Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors and clients, providing excellent customer service and administrative support. This role requires strong communication skills, a welcoming attitude, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome visitors in a warm and professional manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct phone calls to appropriate departments or individuals.
• Provide accurate information and assistance to visitors and clients.
• Maintain the reception area, ensuring it is clean, organized, and presentable.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and meetings.
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and faxing.
• Register visitors and issue visitor passes.
• Notify staff of visitor arrivals.
• Ensure security procedures are followed, including maintaining visitor logs.
  • Manage email correspondence, responding to inquiries and forwarding messages as necessary.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth communication and operations.
    • Maintain and update contact lists and directories.
    • Input and manage data in relevant databases or systems.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in office administration or related field is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a receptionist or customer service role.
• Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
  • Familiarity with office equipment (e.g., fax machines, printers).

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.