Branch Office Specialist (Full-Time / Outdoor

Are you looking for a growing, but stable company in which to build a career in the Laurel, MS area? Do you enjoy a blend of outside, physical work with inside warehouse / customer-service related work? If so, Blossman Gas & Appliance seeks customer-oriented applicants looking for a professional growth opportunity to apply for the full-time position of Branch Office Specialist at our growing, retail location in Laurel. We are America's largest, independent propane company with more than 85 locations in 12 states. Due to our culture, these positions have very little turnover. Our Branch Office Specialist are a primary, first line of contact for our customers. They help answer the phones, perform administrative tasks by computer, do regular mechanical work using hand tools, and promote/sell Blossman's core line of appliances and services. The position blends customer-care, computer work, utilization of hand tools / physical work and consultative selling. Some physically demanding duties such as loading/unloading propane tanks for customers, filling the tanks safely, working on the tank warehouse area, and working regularly with Service Technicians on job sites will be needed. Key qualifications include: - High school diploma required; some college or earned degree helpful - Professional, friendly demeanor - Ability to work regularly in a fast-paced, retail setting - Solid computer skills and the ability to learn new software - Reliable; solid work ethic; team-oriented - Physically capable of regularly lifting, unassisted, 50 lbs. - Seek an entry-level position that blends regular physical work during the day, including at job sites, with work inside a showroom setting - Desire to work M-F from 8-5 with occasional overtime particularly ahead of and during our peak winter demand time of year - Pass pre-employment background check, drug screening, and other pre-employment steps *Our office remains busy throughout the year so someone who is friendly with solid organizational skills will be needed to help ensure success in this position. A strong commitment to safety, consistent with company policy, is also important. Competitive pay will depend on prior experience. Benefits include PTO, health/dental/life/vision insurance, 401k with up to 4% company match, and more are included. Industry-leading training and a solid company culture await you! If you live locally, enjoy retail/clerical/customer-service, and want to work for a great company, then we encourage you to submit your application for consideration. Due to the anticipated large number of responses to this ad only those with the necessary experience requirements may be contacted. Blossman Gas is an Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disabled employer. Drug-free employer.