Knife River is a People-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!
We are currently looking for a dedicated Receptionist to join our skilled team in Tangent, OR!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Answer the main telephone, screen calls, and greet visitors while providing excellent customer service.
- Manage the receipt and delivery of daily mail.
- Take payments from customers and record appropriately.
- Schedule and coordinate conference rooms, meetings, and staff lunches.
- Maintain and manage the Knife River retail store.
- Order, maintain and track kitchen/office supplies.
- Run miscellaneous office errands.
- Provide administrative support to various departments (company mailers, copying, filing, data entry, etc.) as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two years of receptionist, secretary, administrative assistant or similar work experience.
- Microsoft Office experience required.
- Ability to multitask well and operate computer equipment proficiently and accurately.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrate strong customer focus and an excellent phone manner; display professional written and verbal communication.
- Have the ability and tact to handle difficult customer phone calls.
- Have a sense of urgency, attention to detail, organization, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle information of a confidential nature.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
- Possess an Oregon driver's license with a clean driving record.
Benefits:
Full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Years of Service Recognition
How To Apply:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to this position:
Airforce:
- Health Services Management
- Services Helper
Coast Guard:
- Personnel Administration
Navy:
- Administrative Assistant
- Office Manager
Marines:
- Administrative Specialist
