What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receptionist/Administrative Assistant position at Alpine Tree Service?
Alpine Tree Service is a growing, fast-paced tree care company based in Morristown, NJ. We are a small business with big goals, and we are building a team that can grow with us.
This is not a slow, predictable front-desk job. Our days move quickly. Priorities change. Phones ring. Crews need answers. Customers need help. Schedules shift. The right person for this role is calm under pressure, adaptable, positive, organized, and able to work independently without needing constant direction.
If you need every day to look exactly the same, this is not the right fit. If you like being useful, solving problems, learning, and becoming an important part of a growing company, this could be a great opportunity.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Receptionist / Office Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations, customer communication, scheduling, administrative tasks, and internal team coordination.
This person will often be the first point of contact for customers, vendors, and team members, so professionalism, follow-through, and a positive attitude matter.
Responsibilities
- Answer incoming calls and direct them appropriately
- Greet customers, vendors, and visitors professionally
- Assist with scheduling, customer follow-up, and general office coordination
- Support office staff, sales team, and operations team with administrative tasks
- Enter and update information accurately in company systems
- Help maintain organized files, records, and office processes
- Assist with emails, forms, permits, customer documents, and internal communication
- Help track open tasks and follow up to make sure nothing falls through the cracks
- Step in where needed as priorities shift throughout the day
What Were Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Calm and steady under pressure
- Adaptable when priorities change
- Positive, professional, and team-oriented
- Independent and able to figure things out
- Organized and detail-focused
- Comfortable working in a busy small-business environment
- Able to communicate clearly with customers and coworkers
- Willing to learn and take feedback
- Reliable, punctual, and accountable
- Fluent in Spanish a plus
Our Core Values
At Alpine, we expect every team member to live our core values:
Actively Seek Knowledge
You are willing to learn, ask questions, improve, and take ownership of your growth.
Think Ahead to Solve Problems
You do not just wait for problems to happen. You pay attention, anticipate needs, and help create solutions.
Be Adaptable
You stay calm when the day changes, priorities shift, or something unexpected happens.
Loyalty to the Team
You help the people around you succeed. No drama, no finger-pointing, no not my job attitude.
Motivation to Be the Best
You take pride in your work and want to be part of a company that is raising the bar.
Requirements
- Prior office, receptionist, customer service, or administrative experience preferred
- Strong phone and communication skills
- Basic computer skills required
- Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Must be dependable and able to work in person
- Experience with scheduling software, CRM systems, Google Workspace, or similar platforms is a plus
Growth Opportunity
This role has room to grow. As Alpine continues to expand, there may be opportunities to take on more responsibility in office operations, customer service, scheduling, administrative support, or other areas of the business.
Schedule
Full-time, in-office position.
Exact hours to be discussed.
Compensation
Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
To Apply
In order to be considered for the position you MUST submit resume and a brief note to vanessa@alpinetreenj.com explaining why you think you would be a strong fit for a fast-paced, growing small business.
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