Part-Time Front Desk Specialist - Automotive

Aston Carter; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Part-Time Receptionist in Salem, OR. This contract-to-hire, on-site role puts you at the front desk, greeting visitors, answering phones, directing inquiries, and providing general office support in a fast-paced automotive dealership.

The schedule runs about 25–30 hours per week with specific shifts; pay is $17.00 per hour. This entry-level opportunity helps you build customer service and administrative skills, with a friendly team and professional environment.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma.
• 1+ year of experience within customer service or administrative duties preferred.
• High attention to detail and ability to work in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls promptly, route calls to the appropriate departments or individuals, and provide accurate information to callers.
• Greet customers warmly at the front desk, provide a positive first impression, and ensure they feel welcomed and attended to.
• Direct customers to the appropriate service areas, including sales, service, coffee station, restrooms, or seating areas, based on their needs.
• Contact salespersons or other staff members on behalf of customers to ensure timely assistance and follow-up.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk reception area at all times.
• Perform general clerical and administrative duties to support the smooth functioning of the dealership, including filing, data entry, and document handling.
• Order necessary front desk supplies, such as office materials and name tags, when authorized by management.
• Use Microsoft Office and other basic computer applications to complete administrative tasks efficiently.
• Provide customer service support in a retail-oriented environment, handling inquiries and resolving basic issues or directing customers to the appropriate contact.
• Collaborate with colleagues and management to ensure consistent coverage of the front desk during scheduled hours.
• Participate in training sessions to learn front desk procedures, closing responsibilities, and dealership processes.
• Maintain a cheerful, professional, and customer-focused attitude when interacting with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative duties

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Part-Time Receptionist in Salem, OR. This contract-to-hire, on-site role puts you at the front desk, greeting visitors, answering phones, directing inquiries, and providing general office support in a fast-paced automotive dealership.

The schedule runs about 25–30 hours per week with specific shifts; pay is $17.00 per hour. This entry-level opportunity helps you build customer service and administrative skills, with a friendly team and professional environment.