Receptionist

SMS Equipment is looking for a Receptionist to serve as the front-line point of contact at our Acheson branch, delivering professional and courteous service to customers, visitors, and employees. This role is responsible for managing incoming communications, supporting administrative functions, and assisting with basic finance-related tasks while representing the company’s image through professionalism and strong communication.

Work Location: Acheson, AB.
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 annually.
Work Arrangement: Fixed on site – working from the office each day.
Schedule: 5x2, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.

What You'll Do:

• Manage all front desk and reception activities, acting as the first point of contact for visitors, customers, and employees.


• Operate the switchboard, directing incoming calls and taking accurate messages as required.


• Greet and assist visitors in a professional and courteous manner, ensuring inquiries are handled or redirected appropriately.


• Maintain awareness of employee attendance to provide accurate information to callers and visitors.


• Coordinate and manage courier shipments, incoming deliveries, and mail distribution.


• Ensure visitors sign in, complete required site orientations, and are issued appropriate badges.


• Utilize visitor management systems and track contractor orientations and compliance requirements.


• Support access control processes, including printing badges and maintaining contractor records in relevant systems.


• Provide administrative support, including correspondence, filing, and data entry.


• Complete daily bank deposits and assist with accounts payable tasks such as coding invoices and preparing cheques and statements.


• Distribute internal memos and announcements via email.


• Assist Human Resources with administering candidate aptitude testing as needed.


• Order and maintain office supplies and coordinate boardroom bookings.


• Perform other administrative and support duties as required.

What You Bring:
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma along with 1–2 years of reception or administrative experience . They bring strong communication skills and demonstrate professionalism, ensuring a positive experience for all interactions.

Other requirements include:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with systems such as SharePoint.


• Strong interpersonal skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.


• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to handle a variety of inquiries.


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks. 

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.  

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible . We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding  careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include  competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.