Switchboard Operator Jobs in Augusta, ME

A Switchboard Operator plays a vital role in facilitating effective communication within an organization. They are chiefly responsible for handling incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls and directing them to the appropriate departments or individuals. Their tasks may also extend to maintaining phone system performance, recording and relaying messages, and sometimes performing administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and record keeping.

Switchboard Operators should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as they often serve as the first point of contact for clients or visitors. They should also have good organizational abilities and be familiar with computer and telephone systems. A high school diploma or its equivalent is typically required, but a certification in office administration or a related field may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Switchboard Operator, one could hold roles such as Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, or Office Assistant which would provide relevant experience in handling calls and performing administrative tasks.

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Patient Services Representative - Oakland Family Medicine, Full-time

  • Oakland, ME (13 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Oakland, ME (13 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 8 hours ago

We're looking for a friendly and experienced medical office professional to join our team as a Patient Services Representative. In this important front-desk role, youll be the first point of...

Customer Service Associate

  • Manchester, ME (7 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Manchester, ME (7 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 13 hours ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Front Desk Agent

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 1 day ago

FRONT DESK AGENT WATERVILLE, ME SUMMARY: The Front Desk Agent is responsible for providing quality guest services that include registration and check-out, PBX operations, mail and message service....

Lead Patient Services Representative- Oakland Family Medicine

  • Oakland, ME (13 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, ME (13 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Oakland Family Medicine is looking for a motivated and experienced Lead Patient Services Representative (PSR) to join our dedicated team. In this key role, you'll lead by examplesupporting front...

PT Customer Service Associate

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 446982 Address: USA-ME-Waterville-140 Elm Plaza Store Code: Store 08229 Front End (5151670) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Fairfield, ME (20 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfield, ME (20 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

at Maine General Health in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Job Description Summary: MaineGeneral Health Patient Service Representatives ( PSR ) are the pillars of our practices. Each...

MaineGeneral Health Patient Service Representatives (PSR) are the pillars of our practices. Each PSR acts as a patient advocate, access specialist and service coordinator. Ensuring the needs of...

Receptionist - Franchise Location

  • Livermore Falls, ME (20 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Livermore Falls, ME (20 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 11 days ago

What you'll do... Helping others is what we do best here, which means you will get to see the impact of your work firsthand. As you inspire people to make confident, informed decisions about their...

Patient Services Representative - Gastroenterology, Full-time

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 12 days ago

We're looking for a friendly and experienced medical office professional to join our team as a Patient Services Representative. In this important front-desk role, youll be the first point of...

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Augusta, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 30+ days ago

... Want to make a lot of peoples day? Our Member Frontline Cashier Associates are the heart of our front end. You play a major role in how our members feel in the club and when they leave. You...

Patient Services Representative- Vascular Surgery, Per Diem

  • Augusta, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 60+ days ago

We're looking for a friendly and experienced medical office professional to join our team as a Patient Services Representative. In this important front-desk role, youll be the first point of...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Augusta, ME

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Augusta, ME offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Switchboard Operators in Augusta, ME
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%


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