Receptionist

Abbott Construction; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Abbott Construction is seeking a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, delivering exceptional customer service and supporting multiple departments. The role includes front-desk management, calendar coordination for meeting rooms, and general office errands to maintain a welcoming environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1–2 years of office experience, typing at 40wpm, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of office or administration experience.
• Ability to type 40wpm.
• Exceptional communication and listening skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong customer-focused demeanor.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with office equipment (multi-line phone system, computer, copier, printer, fax).
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Abbott Construction's culture by providing high-level customer service inside and outside the company.
• Warmly greet and assist all visitors and callers with professionalism and courtesy.
• Determine the purpose of guest visits and direct or escort them to the appropriate destination.
• Answer incoming calls promptly and route them appropriately.
• Receive, sort and distribute mail and packages; coordinate pickup of outgoing express packages.
• Ensure the kitchen is stocked and cleaned; manage supply ordering.
• Manage calendars for meeting rooms and provide setup/breakdown as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous office errands and support tasks as requested by project staff and approved by the Administration Manager.

Skills

Typing speed 40wpm

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Integrity and professionalism

Multitasking

Office equipment proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Multi-line phone system

Computer

Copier

Printer

Fax

Job description

Summary
As the first point of contact for visitors and callers, the Receptionist supports Abbott Construction's culture by delivering exceptional customer service, both internally and externally, in alignment with the company's mission and core values. This position manages front-desk responsibilities, coordinates office logistics, and provides administrative support to various departments, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment.

Duties

• Support the culture of Abbott Construction by providing a high-level customer service inside and outside the company in alignment with Abbott's core values and mission statement.
• Warmly greet and assist all visitors and callers with professionalism and courtesy.
• Determine the purpose of guest visits and direct or escort them to the appropriate destination.
• Answer incoming calls promptly and route them appropriately, reflecting Abbott's commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Receive, sort and distribute mail and packages. Coordinates the pick-up of all outgoing express packages.
• Ensure the kitchen is stocked and cleaned
• Manage supply ordering
• Manage calendars for various meeting rooms. Provide set-up and break-down of meeting rooms as needed
• Perform miscellaneous office errands and support tasks as requested by project staff and approved by the Administration Manager

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1-2 years of office or administration experience.
• Ability to type 40wpm
• Exceptional communication and listening skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong customer-focused demeanor.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with office equipment (multi-line phone system, computer, copier, printer, fax)
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing priorities.

The hourly rate for this position is between $25.00 to $28.00.

Benefits: Abbott Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
Note: Sick leave accrues at one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked. Accrual for sick leave is capped at 240 hours. At the end of each calendar year, you will be allowed to carry over accrued and unused sick leave up to 240 hours. You will not begin accruing sick leave until you drop below the accrual cap.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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