Retail Support Specialist

DSI Systems Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k Plan with employer matching

Paid vacation and sick days

Employee Profit Sharing Program

AT&T wireless discount

Paid training

Job summary

DSI Systems Inc. is hiring a Retail Support Specialist in Traverse City, MI, to deliver frontline support to AT&T customers across busy retail environments. This role requires strong customer service and communication skills, with responsibilities including troubleshooting network issues and engaging with retail employees.

The position offers competitive pay at $26 per hour and comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. A supportive team environment and opportunities for career advancement are also part of the package.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to handle high-stress or escalated situations with professionalism.
• Proficient in multitasking and navigating complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional support to AT&T customers in retail locations.
• Resolve inquiries related to billing and account updates.
• Troubleshoot network issues and device functionality.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Job description

Job Overview

The Retail Support Specialist (RSS) delivers hands‑on, frontline support to AT&T customers inside high‑traffic national retail environments. In this role, you will engage directly with customers and retail partners to resolve account, billing, device, and service concerns; often in fast‑paced, high‑volume situations. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, emotional resilience, comfort with technology, and the ability to remain calm, accurate, and professional in a dynamic retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Support

• Provide professional, friendly, and solution‑focused support to AT&T customers inside national retail locations.
• Resolve inquiries related to billing, account updates, plan changes, device support, and service concerns.
• Troubleshoot wireless devices, network issues, and feature functionality.
• Operate effectively in high‑volume retail environments, maintaining focus, professionalism, and service quality during peak traffic and escalated situations.

Retail Partner Support

• Act as the AT&T subject‑matter expert for retail employees and third‑party labor partners.
• Serve as the primary AT&T representative for these partners, leading in‑store support for retail escalations.
• Proactively engage with store leadership to address customer concerns, strengthening partnership alignment and ensuring a best‑in‑class customer experience.

Work Environment & Schedule Expectations

• This role is performed in a retail environment and requires standing, walking, and engaging on the sales floor for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
• Comfort working in busy, customer‑facing environments with frequent interaction and problem‑solving demands.

Operational Excellence

• Navigate multiple systems simultaneously while engaging with customers in real time.
• Document all interactions thoroughly and accurately.
• Adhere to company policies, compliance requirements, and privacy standards.
• Meet or exceed performance metrics, including quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction scores.
• Execute and maintain approved planograms for mobile devices and signage
• Maintain inventory accuracy for display devices and fixtures
• Add, remove, and reposition phones, fixtures, and promotional material per planogram updates

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams such as technical support, billing, fraud, customer care, and escalation agents.
• Share insights on recurring issues to improve processes and customer experience.
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor during all interactions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to handle high‑stress or escalated situations with professionalism.
• Proficient in multitasking and navigating complex systems.
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in wireless communications, retail customer service, or technical support
• Previous call center or retail support experience is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting pay of $26 per hour!
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• A supportive and engaging team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance are available on the first day of the month following your first day of employment – no extended waiting period!
• 401k Plan with employer matching after one year of employment
• Paid vacation, personal/sick days, and bereavement time after 90 days
• Employee Profit Sharing Program50% AT&T wireless discount
• Paid training
• Advancement opportunities, we prefer to promote from within!