As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.
Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Receptionist will report to the Executive Assistant of the General Management department. The Receptionist is responsible for welcoming and assisting visitors, maintaining the telecommunications systems, general office duties and front-end security.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.
· 2-3 years Reception experience preferred although not required.
· Intermediate level computer skills in MS Office products including Outlook, MS Teams, Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint and other programs.
· Oracle systems experience is an asset.
· Experience in applications such as Staples E-Way, Purolator, and other supplier sites is an asset.
Accurate and efficient typing skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
· Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in
any direction in a repetitive manner.
· Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force up to 20 lbs.
· Typing or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
Who we are
Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary, and Montreal.
Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.
Your Partner in Safety
Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.89-$22.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In perso

· Answer phones, emails and inquiries while providing helpful, professional, and exceptional customer service reflective of the organization.
· Greet visitors and announce them appropriately in a professional, polite and timely manner.
· Manage front-end security by following procedures, monitoring Traction Guest system, issuing visitor badges, providing visitor safety orientations and reporting suspicious activity.
· Sort and distribute incoming mail, prepare outgoing mail, organize courier deliveries and accept and sign for packages.
· Monitor shipping gate computer screens and provide access during the appropriate times of business or as directed.
· Maintain all phone/address lists for all divisions and locations.
· Maintain the Reception Manual to ensure up to date and accurate job functions.
· Prepare correspondence, documents, update databases, spreadsheets, photocopy, fax and other special projects when assigned.
· Monitor, control and order office supplies.
· Maintain safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
· Track Power of One employee program, complete with receiving approvals and preparing certificates.
· Responsible for the duties outlined in the Emergency Evacuation Procedure.
· Ensure back up when absent from reception desk.
· Other duties as assigned.