Customer Service Representative

Waste Connections is looking for a positive, high energy Customer Service Representative to join our team in Vancouver, Washington.

This is an in-office position. Not eligible for Remote or Hybrid schedule. .

Schedule is Monday – Friday

Shift is 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Starting rate of pay is $21.50/Hour

As a member of our world class team of Customer Service Representatives, you will feel like you’re a part of something bigger than yourself. Our team works together towards a common goal, making our Customer Service the best in the industry! Can you turn issues into opportunities?  Do you like to engage with your local community and have great phone etiquette? If the answer is Yes, then you’re who were looking for!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in conjunction with other departments to resolve customer disputes & demonstrate ability to become proficient in the use of proprietary operational systems.
• Interview customers and record information into computer for customer service, talk with customers by phone and in person, receive orders for installation, discontinuance, or change in service.
• Fill out contract forms, determine charges for service requested, collect deposits, prepare change of address records and issue discontinuance orders.
• Demonstrate effective use of software applications, at a minimum MS Word and Excel proficient.
• Deliver services to customers in a manner that promotes goodwill.
• Interact with customers and Waste Connections employees to determine service requirements and resolve problems or complaints in a courteous manner.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, cooperative, high call volume environment with very detailed expectations. Average call volume is 35-45 calls/shift.
• Solicit sale of new or additional services.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work environment is in a call center office setting.
• Areas are clean, ventilated, and well lighted.
• Our Customer Service Representatives normally have their own workstation or cubicle space and are equipped with a telephone, headset, and computer.
• CSR call areas can be noisy, and work may be repetitious and stressful, with little time in between calls, while still providing excellent service.
• All calls are recorded for quality assurance and some calls are evaluated to ensure the highest standards.
• Long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen are very common.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2 years of Customer Service experience in a high call volume atmosphere.
• Proficient experience with MS Word, Excel, and Email required.
• Quick & accurate typing and 10-key skills required. Recent words per minute test (WPM) advised.
• Must have excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems, gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Call Center Bonus Program
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Program with company match
• Year round, full-time, stable work

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com. 

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employm