Gentle Giant Moving Company is looking to hire a receptionist at our Winchester office. The primary responsibilities of this role include learning and operating our phone system and interacting with customers, staff, vendors, and all guests either on the phone, in person, or by e-mail in a consistently professional manner. This position is also responsible for ordering and restocking office supplies and will assist in ordering parking permits for all local Boston area moves. You will be expected to provide administrative support as needed. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills and a real focus on taking care of details. This is a great opportunity for a highly organized and motivated individual.
This role will primarily be at our Winchester headquarters with occasional coverage at our Charlestown location as needed.
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Founded in 1980 by President Larry O'Toole, Gentle Giant Moving Company® is the premier residential and commercial moving, packing and storage company nationwide.
With regional offices located throughout the US including New England, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, D.C., Charlotte, Florida, and Seattle, Gentle Giant offers local, long distance, and commercial moving services. The company has grown to include storage services, piano moves, craning services (MA), and packing material delivery through its Top Box service.
Culture:
Gentle Giant has been honored to receive numerous awards recognizing its efforts to promote a healthy work environment. These awards include:
• 2021 WorkWell MA Award Winner
• 2024 Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte Award Winner
• 2024 Washington's Best Companies to Work For Award Winner
• 2024 Healthiest Employers of Washington, D.C., Award Winner
Visit the Gentle Giant website for a complete list of awards.
Charitable Foundation:
The Gentle Giant Charitable Foundation was founded in 2005 to strengthen the community involvement that has characterized Gentle Giant throughout its 40+ years in business. The foundation focuses on two issues central to the company's values:
• Youth Leadership Development through Athletics and Education
• Homelessness Prevention
Over the years, Gentle Giant has partnered with organizations including Read to a Child, Gentle Giant Rowing Club, and Move for Hunger in its efforts to give back to the community.
Visit the website to read more on the Gentle Giant Charitable Foundation.
Green Moving Company:
Gentle Giant also strives to be green through various initiatives including:
• Reduce and reuse boxes and packing supplies
• Resell used boxes at discounted prices through the Top Box service
• Use biodegradable foam peanuts
• Member of the Climate Action Business Association
Visit the website to learn more about Gentle Giant's green initiatives.
