Representative, Contact Center II

Eversource Energy; Manchester (NH); Ibrido; USD 50.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Eversource, New England’s largest energy delivery company, is seeking an entry-level Customer Service Representative in Manchester, NH. The role handles inbound inquiries via phone, mail, and email, with optional remote-work through a Work from Home program but some days in the office.

You’ll respond with solutions, aiming for first-contact resolution, and support overtime and standby duty during weather events.

Competenze

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of previous experience helping customers in any capacity.
• College degrees welcome if no customer-facing experience.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.
• Must pass pre-employment skills testing and background check and drug screening.

Mansioni

• Responds positively and professionally to all customer inquiries via telephone, mail, and e-mail.
• Ensures a first contact resolution experience for every customer contact.
• Processes start/stop service requests and transfer of billing responsibility.
• Analyzes and resolves discrepancies in customer accounts and meter readings.

Conoscenze

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Analytical skills

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

ENERGY BRINGS US TOGETHER

At Eversource, you'll be working for New England’s largest energy delivery company, serving more than 4 million electric and natural gas customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Our team of more than 10,000 dedicated and engaged employees is passionate about providing a superior customer experience. We are committed to our communities, the environment, and each other. You’ll have a variety of opportunities to further your career, whether it’s in customer service, the skilled trades area or a corporate or technical group. Join us on this amazing journey to create a brighter future!

Role and Scope of Position:

An entry level position within the Contact Center. Duties include work associated with receiving and responding to customer telephone, mail, and e-mail inquiries and complaints relating to various customer service-related matters.

The Eversource Contact Centers offer a performance-based Work from Home program in Manchester, NH for all CSRs.

There are times you will be required to be in the office.

Successful applicants will need to reside within a reasonable driving distance of our Manchester, NH service territory.

As an energy adviser, you will be at the forefront of the customer experience, handling inbound interactions from our customers, listening to their needs, and taking pride in offering solutions and making their experience a truly exceptional one. You will be immersed in the evolving energy industry, while working independently and as part of a collaborative team that focuses on quality and excellence.

We offer a fast-paced environment, excellent working conditions and a collaborative team atmosphere in a 24/7 contact center. Because we are there for our customers when they need us, we offer a variety of shifts during day, night, overnight and weekend hours. While the majority of the shifts fall between 8am - 6:15pm Monday - Friday, After Hours schedules are available.

This is a Safety sensitive position and will be subject to the PHMSA Federally Regulated drug program, including random drug testing.

There are also excellent opportunities for overtime, especially during emergency restoration/weather events.

We provide robust training and onboarding to ensure you are fully able to service our customer needs. Our training schedules are typically during the day, Monday-Friday.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Some of our benefits include medical/dental/vision, education reimbursement, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid time off, opportunities to volunteer and give back to the local community and more!

The Experience We’re Looking for from You:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of previous experience helping customers in any capacity/line of work.
• Candidates with College degrees who do not have customer-related experience are encouraged to apply!
• The ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
• Must pass pre-employment skills testing and background check and drug screening.

Essential Functions:

• Displays a positive attitude with the ability and desire to learn and a passion for customer service
• Proven track record of excellence
• Responds positively and professionally to all customer inquiries received via telephone, mail, and e-mail.
• Ensures a first contact resolution experience for every customer contact.
• Analyzes cause of high bill complaints and efficiently resolves customer questions and concerns.
• Processes start and stop service requests and transfer of billing responsibility accurately.
• Analyzes and investigates discrepancies in customer accounts and investigates potential errors in meter reading and billing.
• Corrects errors in a timely manner and effectively communicates to the customer to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Supports company goals, initiatives, and mission.
• Participates in overtime and holiday coverage as needed.
• Participates in storm/outage events as well as standby duty when called upon.
• Processes electrical emergency and outage calls and provides the customer with accurate information related to their location.
• Arrives to work on time and adheres to a schedule
• Builds genuine connections with your customers and being a great ambassador for the Eversource Energy brand all while listening to the customer anticipating their needs and offering solutions
• Handles customer’s needs with integrity and empathy in one transaction
• Navigates and maneuvers through multiple computer applications and screens simultaneously, i.e. program offerings, computer tools, process changes
• Adapts to a fast-paced environment as well as constant change
• Being an engaged customer advocate
• Being your best, on purpose, every time

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, decision making skills, analytical skills.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Experience: One (1) year of related Contact Center or Customer Service experience (many include hospitality, retail, etc.) either by phone or face to face

Licenses & Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Our contact centers are a 24/7 day a week operation. Representatives are expected to be on-call and work extended hours as well as mandatory overtime too support higher call volumes during times of inclement weather or other major events. Contact center representatives are front line employees – if the power is out or there is a major weather event affecting power, they are expected to be here to serve our customers. We are open holidays, for which you may sign up or be drafted to work during those times.

Mental Aspects

• N/A

Competencies:

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $50,050.00-$55,610.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

14

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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