PBX Operator

Talentify; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Montage International is seeking a PBX Operator to serve as the heartbeat of the hotel, handling all incoming and outgoing communications with a courteous, professional approach.

You will support front desk tasks as needed and stay informed about local events to assist guests effectively. A high school diploma and prior switchboard experience are preferred, along with solid computer skills and exceptional telephone etiquette.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in switchboard or guest communications is preferred.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications is required.

Responsibilities

• Answer all guest and in-house calls promptly and courteously.
• Provide switchboard services and forward messages and faxes as needed.
• Answer guest inquiries and relay information about local events and hotel services.
• Monitor wake-up calls and adhere to hotel policies and standards.
• Coordinate communications within the hotel, including emergencies and life safety.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Telephone etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

PBX Operator

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

SUMMARY

The PBX Operator functions as the heartbeat for the hotel, processing all incoming and outgoing communications. We are seeking a motivated and customer service oriented PBX Operator to handle all communications and guest requests in a positive and professional manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Job duties include; although are not limited to:

• Answering and processing all incoming/outgoing guest and in-house calls
• Providing prompt and courteous switchboard services to our guests, including message taking when necessary
• Forwarding messages and faxes as needed to guests and various departments
• Answering basic inquiries for guests in a courteous and efficient manner
• Remaining aware of daily events, restaurant, entertainment, and special events in local area
• Ensuring wake up calls are properly monitored and are promptly placed within parameters of hotel policies and standards
• Managing 3-4 calls per minute
• Posting appropriate telephone charges when required
• Adhering to safety regulations and emergency procedures
• Actively coordinating communications within the hotel, including emergency procedure, alarms, life safety, and more
• Assisting the front desk with miscellaneous tasks such as filing, copying, and word processing when necessary
• Performing any other job related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous communications or switchboard experience preferred
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills required
• Must be willing and able to multi-task
• Basic knowledge of computers and computer-aided research required
• Must have excellent telephone etiquette and customer service skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems. Must be able to sit at a desk for up to 8 hours a day. Walking and standing are occasionally required. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis. This position requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.