Customer Support Specialist

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.; Southampton Township (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. seeks a Customer Support Specialist to professionally service customer calls in rental and sale of construction/industrial equipment. You will understand customer needs, negotiate orders, create rental contracts, and support sales with courtesy and accuracy.

The role is frontline, offering exposure to a wide range of equipment and a chance to mentor others in the district while delivering top-tier service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of equipment rental industry experience preferred.
• Strong telephone skills and customer service aptitude.
• Solid computer skills and ability to read numbers in English.

Responsibilities

• Provides responsive, exemplary customer service to current and potential customers.
• Determines customer equipment needs and suggests appropriate equipment.
• Negotiates price and volume of original orders to maximize rate.
• Places and tracks rental/purchase orders in the system and coordinates deliveries.
• Administers rental contracts and handles invoicing adjustments when needed.
• Handles customer complaints professionally to resolve issues.

Skills

Telephone skills

Customer service

Written and oral communication

Computer skills

English reading (numbers)

Education

High School diploma or GED

4-year college degree (preferred)

Job description

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Objective: The Customer Support Specialist is responsible for the professional and efficient servicing of all customers calls in the rental and sale of all types of construction/industrial equipment and store items. This position is considered the Company’s front line of contact with the customer, whose purpose is to understand customer equipment needs, negotiate and place orders and create rental contracts, and support sales development and customer satisfaction efforts with a courteous, helpful and professional attitude at all times. Position may be responsible for additional tasks to support Customer Obsession and may train and mentor local Equipment Rental Specialists.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides responsive, exemplary customer service to current and potential customers
• Determines/understands customer equipment needs through questioning and qualifying; provides alternative equipment suggestions to customers if appropriate based upon information obtained using an extensive knowledge of all equipment available
• Negotiates price and volume of original orders by maximizing rate and volume
• Places high volumes of equipment orders by obtaining customer information (checking customer account or obtaining credit application for new customer); finalizes details about when, where and what equipment is required; selects equipment/merchandise from inventory and places the rental/purchase order in the computer system; organizes transportation for orders (i.e. coordinates deliveries and collections while optimizing the use of transport); processes cash rentals (complete identity checks, obtain prepayment and deposit, if required)
• Improve revenue and service standards by accurately establishing customers’ needs and identifying opportunities for additional rental and sales requirement
• Secures equipment by checking availability of equipment with shop (performs research to determine when unavailable equipment will become available); provides adequate notice to Dispatch and Service Departments for upcoming equipment requirements
• Administers rental contracts (new and existing) including on and off rental dates, rates and all ancillary charges, amendments, suspensions (ensuring prompt collection of equipment), terminations (ensuring all ancillary charges are made), filing of contracts and related paperwork, and checking invoices and credit memos against contract files
• Handles customer complaints in a professional manner in order to resolve the complaint to the satisfaction of the customer and Sunbelt Rentals
• Supports sales and marketing efforts by performing prospecting calls, forwarding sales leads and incoming inquiries to the sales group, and acting as a liaison for marketing in respect to product promotions and frequent renter programs
• Records details of calls in phone log and maintains lost rent logs
• Continues to develop and grow with the business segments to ensure that the leadership staff is knowledgeable of any and all opportunities that may arise
• Participates in After Hours and Emergency Response efforts including local and regional responses as well as participation in national event response efforts
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensures all activity and customer transactions are performed within Sunbelt safety policies
• Assist in training and development for new hires in the district; may serve as a mentor to local ERS’
• Makes recommendations for improvement of all existing processes and procedures

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required
• At least 3 years of equipment rental industry experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction equipment and pricing policy
• Strong telephone skills
• Customer service aptitude
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Solid computer skills
• Able to read instructions, numbers legibly in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-year college degree with at least 1 year of equipment rental experience preferred

Physical Demands:

Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job. Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work. All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt’s safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground

Base Pay Range: $26.46 - 36.37

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Benefits:

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

Gear up for an exciting career!

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.