Receptionist / Office Assistant - Quick Hire!

Veolia North America (VNA), a subsidiary of the Veolia group, stands as the leading environmental company in the United States, having earned the top-ranking position for three consecutive years. It is recognized as the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as a leader in hazardous waste and pollution treatment. VNA offers a comprehensive range of services encompassing water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting, and resource recovery. Serving a diverse client base that includes commercial enterprises, industrial facilities, healthcare institutions, higher education centers, and municipal entities throughout North America, VNA plays a critical role in advancing sustainable environmental practices. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and employs over 10,000 professionals across more than 350 locations across the continent. For more details, visit www.veolianorthamerica.com. The Receptionist/Office Assistant role is a pivotal position located at the Boston Corporate Office. As the primary point of contact, the successful candidate will contribute significantly to the seamless operation of the office environment. This role requires a professional and efficient individual who can manage a broad range of administrative support tasks with high levels of customer service and hospitality. The Receptionist will serve as both the face and the voice of the Boston office, exemplifying Veolia’s positive workplace culture and commitment to excellence. Maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction is essential, as this position interacts regularly with visitors, clients, and staff. Responsibilities include managing front desk operations, handling calls and visitor inquiries, overseeing office logistics such as conference room bookings and supply inventories, and providing clerical support to the management team. This role demands excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to work independently while addressing diverse situations, including conflict resolution and troubleshooting. Experience with Google applications and software such as Kadence is advantageous. The candidate must demonstrate initiative, discretion, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset to anticipate needs and minimize risks, thereby ensuring optimal outcomes for office functions. This is a full-time, in-office role based in downtown Boston with standard working hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $28.00 per hour. Veolia North America offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellness and professional growth. Benefits include paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer opportunities, and participation in a 401(k) retirement plan. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This position is well-suited for a motivated individual seeking to be part of a leading environmental services company with a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement.

• GED or equivalent
• minimum two years prior reception or office assistant experience
• high sense of customer satisfaction, hospitality and customer service
• familiarity with Google applications
• excellent communication and organizational skills
• ability to work independently and handle conflict resolution
• time-management and detail-oriented
• ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
• willingness to work in-office in downtown Boston
• availability Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm