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How much do construction receptionist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for construction receptionist in Tennessee is $16.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $18.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a construction receptionist?

A Construction Receptionist is responsible for handling administrative and front-desk duties in a construction office. This includes answering phones, greeting visitors, managing schedules, and organizing documents. They also assist with data entry, invoicing, and coordinating communication between contractors, suppliers, and clients. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a construction receptionist do?

A typical day for a Construction Receptionist involves greeting visitors, answering and redirecting phone calls, managing incoming mail and deliveries, and supporting administrative tasks such as filing and scheduling meetings. You’ll often be the first point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and site personnel, requiring frequent communication with various team members. Daily responsibilities may also include entering data into project management systems or coordinating with project managers to relay important messages. The role is usually fast-paced and dynamic, particularly during busy construction phases, providing a great opportunity to build administrative and communication skills in a growing industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a construction receptionist?

A Construction Receptionist should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with administrative tasks, ideally supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software (such as Microsoft Office Suite), multi-line phone systems, and basic construction management software is often required. Excellent communication, multitasking abilities, and a professional demeanor help individuals thrive in this client-facing role. These skills ensure smooth office operations, effective communication between contractors and clients, and a positive first impression for visitors to the construction office.

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Infographic showing various Construction Receptionist job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,634 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Receptionist (Mt. Juliet, TN.)

Mount Juliet, TN • On-site

Himmel's Architectural Door & Hardware
Retail • 51 - 200 employees

$45K - $50K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Company Overview

For over 40 years, Himmel’s Architectural Door and Hardware has provided quality products and services in the commercial door and architectural specialties industry. Himmel’s is a growing organization with locations in New Orleans, Prairieville and Houston, Dallas, and Nashville. We pride ourselves as the door opening experts, not simply a construction material supplier. Our family owned and operated company is seeking a Receptionist to join our team at our Mt. Juliet, TN. location.  

The Receptionist position is the first impression that potential clients, customers and visitors have with Himmel’s, both in person and over the telephone.

 Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000

 Job Responsibilities

  • Answer incoming calls.
  • Transfer calls to appropriate personnel, take detailed messages, and follow up with an email.
  • Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) duties, including data entry and routing invoices for processing.
  • Process order acknowledgements for specified business units.
  • Scan and save vendor packing slips into appropriate folders.
  • Assist with AR duties, including payments.
  • Scan mailed invoices and forward them to designated team members.
  • Greet visitors professionally and ensure they are directed appropriately and timely.
  • Monitor the front desk and maintain a clean, organized reception area.
  • Serve as the central contact for internal and external inquiries.
  • Collaborate with business unit departments to facilitate smooth operations.
  • Maintain office supplies.
  • Onboarding when needed, setting up new employee phones/phone extensions and/or computers.
  • Support Business Unit Manager wherever needed.
  • Exhibit professionalism and uphold company standards.

This position is full-time, non-exempt, and reports to the Business Unit Manager.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Supplemental Insurance – Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability,
  • Advancement Opportunity to grow your career
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Professional Development Program

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous experience as a receptionist or in an administrative support role preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
  • Experience handling multi-line phone systems is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Customer service orientation and professional demeanor.
  • Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
  • Able to work closely and communicate effectively with others.

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly day range:

  • Monday to Thursday 7am-4:30pm, and Friday, 7am-3:30pm.

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Equal opportunity

Equal access to programs, services and employment opportunities is available to all persons without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or applicable state and local laws, applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the application and/or interview process should notify the Human Resources Department. Examples of reasonable accommodations include making a change to the application process; providing written materials in an alternate format such as braille, large print, or audio recording; using a sign language interpreter; using specialized equipment; or modifying testing conditions.