Receptionist / Administrative Assistant I
- Austin, Texas
- Job ID 1799
- United States
General Responsibilities:
The receptionist is the face and voice of our office. You will manage the front desk, field incoming calls, greet visitors and handle essential clerical tasks to ensure daily operations run smoothly. The receptionist is responsible for maintaining the copy/supply room, ordering supplies for the office, doing all of the shipping and receiving as well as various other tasks as needed for the various departments within the office. Create and maintain documents, compile reports, and manage, store, and disseminate information. Facilitate department activities by managing meeting calendars and making travel arrangements. This role functions independently as well as in a team environment.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Under direct supervision, perform basic and routine general administrative tasks to support the office.
- Facilitate meetings by handling catering orders, snacks, beverages and documents as needed.
- Keep up with office supply ordering, coffee orders, create shipping labels, sort mail & distribute incoming packages.
- Receive and respond to routine correspondence following established procedures.
- May maintain files of correspondence, reports, records and/or contracts.
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards at all times. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Adhere to a strict 8-5 schedule with a 1 hour lunch break from 1-2pm.
- Keep up with various needs associated with maintaining a large professional office.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.