Switchboard Operator Jobs in Ontario

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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Receptionist-Short Term/Casual

  • St Catharines, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • St Catharines, ON
  • 1 day ago

Receptionist in St Catharine's Do you have experience in reception, customer service, or administration? Do you have a passion for greeting clients with a professional and friendly demeanor, and...

Veterinary Receptionist - Acton, ON

  • Acton, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Acton, ON
  • 1 day ago

Who we are Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? If so, we would love to hear from you! Black Creek Animal Hospital is looking for an...

Front Desk Associates, Bay Street

  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago

Company Description OUR STORY Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for...

Receptionist

  • Scarborough, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Scarborough, ON
  • 3 days ago

Client Overview : Our client, a home furnishings company, is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to join their team. **This role is 5 days onsite in Scarborogh, Ontario. Role Overview: As the Front...

Receptionist

  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago

LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canadas largest specialist care provider in diabetes & endocrinology. Were transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centric than...

Office Administrative Assistant - Finance

  • Caledonia, ON
  • 15 days ago
  • Caledonia, ON
  • 15 days ago

Are you a highly organized and proactive individual looking to join a supportive team in the financial services industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your initiative and...

Customer Service & Retail Front Desk Associate

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 15 days ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 15 days ago

Company:Driven Brands Driven Brands, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the largest automotive services company in North America, providing a range of consumer and commercial automotive services,...

Veterinary Receptionist

  • Thornbury, ON
  • 17 days ago
  • Thornbury, ON
  • 17 days ago

Provides excellent and expeditious client experience; greets clients, responds to questions; processes incoming and outgoing pets, and handles payments. Answers phone calls, which may involve...

Client Services Coordinator

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 17 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 17 days ago

Company Description Your happiness and well-being are top priorities at Spectrum! We offer the most competitive wages, RRSP matching, benefits, paid sick days, and more! We are hiring Full Time...

Client Services Coordinator, Part Time

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 17 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 17 days ago

Company Description We are hiring Part Time Client Services Coordinators to work at our Mississauga office to provide exemplary service and support to our internal and external clients. Part Time...

Veterinary Receptionist

  • Aurora, ON
  • 19 days ago
  • Aurora, ON
  • 19 days ago

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in the lives of animals and their families? Abbotsford Animal Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist to...

Switchboard Operator

  • Toronto, ON
  • 19 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 19 days ago

We are currently seeking a Switchboard Operator to join our Telecommunications Department....

Office Receptionist and Guest Service Ambassador

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 23 days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 23 days ago

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. Thats because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company thats the 6th largest employer in the world,...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 24 days ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 24 days ago

Who We Are Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamiltons original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are dedicated to...

AP /AR and Receptionist

  • Cambridge, ON
  • 25 days ago
  • Cambridge, ON
  • 25 days ago

Its not just about your career or job title Its about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether its for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Ontario offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.8%
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 Ontario
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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