Call Center Representative at US Tech Solutions, Inc.
Columbia, SC
About the Job
Duration: 3+ Months (Contract to Hire)
Job Description:
· Contract to Hire Onsite Position Only
· All candidate selections will be made no late than Wednesday, December 11th.
· Training will be for 6 weeks (Monday- Friday 8:00-4:30) After Training (Monday- Friday 9:30am-6:00pm; 10:30am-7:00pm or 11am-8pm). Schedules will be assigned based off business needs.
· No time can be missed during the training period.
· Dress Code is Business Casual – No Exceptions Needed requirements/experience- call center, customer service, computer knowledge, Microsoft office, critical thinking skills. Must be able to quickly navigate computer systems and able to type minimum of 35-40 WPM.
· All candidates selected will need to start on Monday, January 6th.
· No alternate start date has been provided.
· Please ensure that candidates are interested and available for the position, prior to the submittal process.
Responsibilities:
· Provides prompt, accurate, thorough and courteous responses to all customer inquiries. Inquiries may be non-routine and require deviation from standard screens, scripts, and procedures. Performs research as needed to resolve inquiries.
· Ensures effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely, and courteously to telephone, written, web, or walk-in inquiries. Handles situations which may require adaptation of response or extensive research. Accurately documents inquiries.
· Initiates or processes adjustments or performs other research as needed to resolve inquiries. Coordinates with other departments to resolve problems. Responds to, researches and/or assists with priority inquiries and special projects as required by management.
· Provides feedback to management regarding customer problems, questions and needs. Maintains accurate records on complaints and/or other customer comments, and makes recommendations for changes to management. Follows through on complaints until resolved or reports to management as needed.
· Maintains basic knowledge of quality work instructions and company policies. Assists with process improvements through the recommendation of changes in procedures and techniques discovered during daily operations. Maintains all departmental productivity, quality, and timeliness standards.
· Assist with the training of new employees and cross training of coworkers.
Experience:
· 1 year of claims processing or customer service experience OR Bachelor's Degree in lieu of work experience.
Skills:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Strong human relations and organizational skills. Ability to handle high stress situations. Good judgment. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion. Ability to learn and operate multiple computer systems effectively and efficiently. Required Software and Tools: Basic computer operating skills. Standard office equipment. Preferred Software and Other Tools: Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Work Environment: Typical office environment.
Education:
· High School Diploma or equivalent Required Work Experience: 1 year of claims processing or customer service experience OR Bachelor's Degree in lieu of work experience. Preferred Education: Associate Degree Preferred Work Experience: 3 years-of customer service or call centre experience.