Receptionist

Location: Mississauga, ON, 100% on-site
Language: Strong written and spoken English required
Duration: 2–3 month contract, with potential for extension based on business needs
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check and 2 professional references required

About the Opportunity
We’re hiring a professional and personable Receptionist to join a Canadian-owned organization in the logistics and transportation sector. This is a 2–3 month contract opportunity with the potential for extension, ideal for someone who enjoys being the welcoming first point of contact in a busy, people-focused office.

You’ll support a professional workplace shared by several related companies, interacting with employees, senior leaders, visitors, couriers and tradespeople. This is a highly visible role where your reliability, communication skills and ability to create a positive first impression will make a difference every day.

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll welcome visitors, guests and tradespeople, ensuring they are greeted and signed in professionally.
• You’ll answer incoming calls and emails, directing inquiries to the appropriate teams across multiple business divisions.
• You’ll receive courier packages and coordinate incoming and outgoing mail.
• You’ll provide general clerical support, including scanning, copying and data entry.
• You’ll complete basic spreadsheet updates and assist with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• You’ll professionally redirect sales calls and respond to general inquiries related to services, quotes and deliveries.

Skills and Qualifications
• 1+ year of reception, administrative or clerical experience
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Comfortable using computers, email and basic spreadsheets
• Professional and confident when interacting with employees, senior leadership and visitors
• Strong reliability and punctuality
• Ability to manage multiple requests while remaining organized and approachable
• A positive, service-oriented attitude and willingness to support the team

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.