Teller

First Financial Bank NA; Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) match

ESOP

Banking benefits

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Culture of integrity

Job summary

First Financial Bank NA in Dayton, TN is seeking a dedicated Bank Teller to provide accurate financial transactions and personalized service on-site. You will build relationships with clients, handle cash and checks with precision, and promote suitable banking products.

The role requires strong customer service skills, basic math, and compliance awareness. You may work weekends and extended hours as needed, contributing to a stable, community-focused bank team with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of customer service in a business setting.
• At least 1 year of cash-handling experience.
• Teller experience preferred (6+ months).
• Strong customer service, active listening, and clear communication.
• Experience recommending and referring financial products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Basic math and accounting skills.
• Ability to balance a cash drawer.
• Proficiency with computers, data entry, internet applications and multi-line phone systems.
• Ability to commute to the primary work location and occasionally to other work locations within driving distance.
• Ability to work occasional weekends and extended hours.
• Ability to remain in a stationary, standing position for up to 75% of an eight (8) hour workday.
• Ability to review information and details at close range (within a few feet).

Responsibilities

• Build Relationships: Get to know clients, understand their needs, and provide personalized service.
• Deliver Exceptional Service: Accurately process transactions while maintaining a positive and proactive approach.
• Ensure Accuracy: Process cash and check transactions with integrity and precision.
• Drive Growth: Understand client needs and connect them with the right products and resources.
• Educate & Protect: Clearly explain security measures and banking procedures to clients.
• Solve Problems: Handle client concerns with professionalism and find effective solutions.
• Minimize Risk: Identify and prevent fraud while ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
• Collaborate: Be part of a respectful, supportive team that values accountability and innovation.

Skills

Active listening

Clear communication

Cash handling

Fraud detection

Customer service

Balancing cash drawer

Computer skills

Phone systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bank Teller

Location: Dayton Main, TN (On‑Site)

Status: Full‑Time, Hourly Non‑Exempt

What You’ll Do

• Build Relationships: Get to know clients, understand their needs, and provide personalized service.
• Deliver Exceptional Service: Accurately process transactions while maintaining a positive and proactive approach.
• Ensure Accuracy: Process cash and check transactions with integrity and precision.
• Drive Growth: Understand client needs and connect them with the right products and resources.
• Educate & Protect: Clearly explain security measures and banking procedures to clients.
• Solve Problems: Handle client concerns with professionalism and find effective solutions.
• Minimize Risk: Identify and prevent fraud while ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
• Collaborate: Be part of a respectful, supportive team that values accountability and innovation.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience in a business setting.
• Minimum 1 year of cash-handling experience.
• Teller experience preferred (6+ months).
• Strong customer service skills, including active listening and clear communication.
• Experience recommending and referring financial products.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, time‑sensitive environment with a positive attitude.
• Solid understanding of compliance and fraud detection.
• Basic math and accounting skills.
• Ability to accurately balance a cash drawer.
• Proficiency with computers, data entry, internet applications and multi‑line phone systems.
• Ability to commute to the primary work location and occasionally to other work locations within driving distance.
• Ability to work occasional weekends and extended hours.
• Ability to remain in a stationary, standing position for up to 75% of an eight (8) hour workday.
• Ability to review information and details at close range (within a few feet).

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Financial Perks: 401(k) match, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and banking benefits.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, including 11 Federal Reserve bank holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Tuition assistance and professional development programs.
• A Supportive Culture: Integrity, collaboration, innovation, and respect are at the heart of what we do.

Who We Are

First Financial Bank is a dynamic financial institution with over $5.5 billion in assets and a proud history dating back to 1834. With more than 75 banking centers across five states, we are committed to empowering our clients, fostering personal growth, and building community. Joining First Financial Bank means becoming part of a legacy where your work directly contributes to the stability and growth of the communities we serve. Here, you are more than an employee; you are an essential member of a team dedicated to living out the values of "One First" every day. Be part of a bank that values your contributions and invests in your future!

First Financial Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, cross-bases issues, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.