Work@Home Technical Support Associate

HGS; British Columbia; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global customer experience leader is seeking a Technical Support Associate based in British Columbia. In this role, you will enhance customer satisfaction by fielding inquiries and resolving issues effectively. The ideal candidate should have at least 6 months of customer service experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for problem-solving. This position offers an hourly wage of $17 and opportunities for career advancement in a people-focused environment.

Benefits

$17 hourly and overtime opportunities

Bonuses and Incentive programs

Best in class medical, dental, vision benefits and Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Flexible Schedule Options

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months customer service experience.
• Able to work varying hours as business needs change.
• Demonstrates a caring and supportive nature in interactions.
• Comfortable with multiple monitors and computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Field customer inquiries through inbound calls.
• Identify customer needs and assist with troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve internet issues in a timely manner.
• Document interactions and solutions in appropriate systems.
• Create a positive impact and 'WOW' factor in each customer interaction.

Skills

Customer service skills

Troubleshooting

Active listening

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

As a Technical Support Associate, you’ll have the ability to work in a collaborative and engaging environment with one goal, making a positive impact on people’s day! We’ll train you to be an expert in your field, so you can confidently deliver an amazing customer experience. You’ll field customer inquiries, identify the unique needs of each customer, match customers with products and services that meet their needs, exercise emotional intelligence and improve the overall customer experience!

• Communicate with customers through inbound calls that have questions about the products and services offered. Agent should be abreast with changing technology and procedures to be able to educate the customer of the value of the services provided, ways to optimize and maximize service usage and retain customers.
• Identify customer needs through active listening to answer questions, assist with troubleshooting or make product recommendations based on the customers need.
• Troubleshoot and resolve internet issues that customer might be having in a timely and effective manner using tools and techniques defined by the client.
• Take a consultative approach with customers who are experiencing problems with their service by owning the issue and resolution. Finding the root cause of the problem and directing a field technician where applicable for ensuring resolution within the stipulated time line.
• Use multiple computer systems to research products, services, common problems and solutions offered
• Document customer needs, interactions and outcomes in the appropriate tool or system
• Creating a “WOW” factor in every interaction through exceptional communication skills, taking ownership of the interaction and speed of service
• Regular 1 : 1 coaching sessions with your supervisor to ensure you regularly meet key performance indicators

Why Choose Us

HGS is a global leader in customer experience management. With more than 44,000 employees spread across 7 countries, our mission is to make our clients more competitive by providing exceptional experiences. Powered by a people first philosophy and experience serving over 900 of the world’s leading brands, HGS is the perfect place to build your future!

• $17 hourly and overtime opportunities
• Bonuses and Incentive programs
• Best in class medical, dental, vision benefits and Life insurance.
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Career advancement in a fast-growing organization
• People focused environment where you’ll make lifetime connections and friendships.

What we are looking for

So what really makes a great Technical Support Associate? Think of yourself as a product expert and problem solver that provides a consultative approach to issue resolution. If you’re compassionate, energetic, bold and want to work in a customer centric role with an amazing opportunity to make an impact on people’s lives, you’ll love this role! Please note : This position does not qualify for the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program or the Provincial Nominee Program because this is a work from home position.

Requirements

You’re at least 18 years of age.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

You can work between the hours of 7:00 AM and 12:00 AM EST but have some flexibility as business needs may change.

You have at least 6 months of customer service experience and you understand the value of coaching / feedback.

You have experience troubleshooting issues and understand the importance of owning the resolution for the customer.

Demonstrate a caring, supportive and friendly nature in every interaction with the upmost confidence and urgency.

You’re computer savvy, comfortable sitting at a desk and working with multiple monitors.

You’re results oriented and comfortable providing customers with recommendations and solutions.

You have excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• $17 hourly and overtime opportunities
• Bonuses and Incentive programs
• Best in class medical, dental, vision benefits and Life insurance.
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Career advancement in a fast-growing organization
• People focused environment where you’ll make lifetime connections and friendships.