Receptionist / Administrative Assistant / Office Clerk

WATERS has been a family-owned business for over 88 years (currently in its 4th generation), opening our doors in 1938. We are a dealer for International Trucks and IC School Buses (Prestige Certified), Collins Buses, Maintainer Service Trucks/Bodies, Jerr-Dan Wreckers/Carriers, Idealease Truck Rental/Leasing, several different Trailer Lines, and all the parts and services that go with them. We also have several contracts for plant and facilities maintenance. WATERS has 7 locations around Mississippi and as we continue to go, we're looking to add dedicated team members to become a part of our family!

We are seeking to hire an experienced Receptionist / Administrative Assistant / Office Clerk to join the WATERS team. If you're a passionate self-starter, WATERS is a great company for you. 

Benefits

• Paid Holidays and Vacation


• Weekly Pay


• 401K Program + Company Contribution


• Health Insurance


• Dental and Vision Insurance (paid by WATERS)


• Telehealth Access (paid by WATERS)


• Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance option


• Short Term Disability (paid by WATERS)


• Long Term Disability Option


• Jury Duty Pay


• Growth Opportunities


• Family Owned and Operated

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Being aligned with our culture is VITAL. Candidate must embody and promote the  WATERS Family Values . A summary of our values are below:
  
  
  
  • Customers - Customers First. Dedicated to the highest level of customers satisfaction.
  
  
  • Integrity - Do the Right Thing. Maintain integrity in all we do.
  
  
  • Employees - Take care of our employees.
  
  
  • Team - One Team, One Family.
  
  
  • B.O.B. Excellence - Be the Best of the Best.
  
  
  • Empowerment - Empower our employees.
  
  
  • Accessibility - Be hands on and accessible to our customers and employees.
  
  
  • Safety - Prioritize safety.
  
  


• Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and friendly manner


• Welcome visitors in a warm and friendly manner, and answer any questions visitors have


• Maintain reception area and all common areas in a clean and tidy manner at all times


• Operate standard office equipment on a regular basis, including a multi line phone system, copy machine, computer, and fax machine


• Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests and of calls received


• Receive deliveries; sort and distribute incoming mail


• Take inventory of supplies and restock as needed


• Maintain the general office filing system


• Digital data input


• Other duties in the accounting office as needed. This could include AR/AP document preparation and some basic work in the Dealer Management System (DMS)


• Proficient use Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Word, Excel)

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required


• 2-3 years of relevant experience in an office environment


• Proficient in Microsoft Office software


• Able to type 35 wpm minimum


• Strong phone skills


• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English


• Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Punctual with strong attendance history


• Strong work ethic


• Team mindset


• Having some background with standard AR/AP processes is beneficial

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.