Receptionist

• Key Responsibilities: Answer, screen and direct telephone calls from the switchboard in an efficient and courteous manner and direct calls to the proper individuals or departments. Greet visitors in a friendly and professional manner, keep lobby and supply area clean and organized. Manage daily office clerical duties, such as mail distribution, scanning documents, phone messages, assist with filing for accounting and human resources. Manage all office supply orders for four buildings. Perform additional duties and special projects as needed.
• Position Requirements: • HS diploma or equivalent required • Associates degree preferred • Previous reception and/or Customer Service experience required • Receptionist or switchboard experience • Experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Excellent telephone etiquette • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Able to perform multiple tasks quickly • Positive, friendly and respectful attitude • Calm, courteous and professional demeanor • Able to take initiative and follow through on assignments • Organized and detail oriented. We value a cheerful outlook, a strong work ethic, a CAN-do attitude and a dislike for drama.
• Benefits of Employment: Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401(k) with matching contributions. We provide our employees with a smoke- and drug-free workplace.

Wage: DOE $16.00-$20.00

About Us

MRL manufactures quality built highly productive Traffic Paint, Thermoplastic, Plural Component and Line Removal/Pavement Grooving equipment. Since 1967, MRL’s extensive “hands-on” pavement marking contracting experience, innovative engineering and attention to quality has enabled MRL to become the largest equipment supplier to the Industry. Decades of MRL’s reliable performance setting Industry Standards coupled with the Industry’s largest parts support inventory and most experienced technical support staff can be summed up in one statement – “When It matters most – MRL Delivers”!

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. (Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)