Customer Service Representative

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Chicago, IL
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have prior customer service experience and can adapt to a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with at least one year of customer service experience and a history of reliable attendance
    — “Minimum 1 year customer service experience”
  • Individuals who have experience with data entry and can maintain accuracy in fast-paced settings
    — “Strong data entry skills with consistent attention to detail and accuracy”
  • People who thrive in collaborative environments and can work with employees at all levels
    — “Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization”

Things to consider

  • The role may require overtime as needed, which could affect work-life balance expectations
    — “Ability to work overtime as required”
  • The position is based in Chicago, IL, which may be a geographic constraint for some candidates
    — “The Customer Service Representative is located in Chicago, IL”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in your resume and interview responses
    — “Ability to work independently and prioritize work deadlines”
  • Highlight your experience with customer service and your commitment to safety in your application materials
    — “Must possess a strong commitment to safety”
  • Demonstrate your adaptability and willingness to learn new computer programs during the interview
    — “Solid computer skills that include the ability to learn new computer programs”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • servicing customers
  • entering orders into the system
  • reviewing orders for accuracy
  • answering incoming calls
Typical background
minimum 1 year customer service experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Customer ServiceData EntryCommunication SkillsComputer SkillsProblem-solvingTeamworkSafety Commitment

Preferred

Customer Service Experience

Stack & domain

Customer ServiceData EntryComputer SkillsMath SkillsOrder EntryOrder ReviewCall HandlingAdministrative DutiesCommunicationAttention To DetailProblem SolvingTeamworkAdaptabilityPositive AttitudeBuilding ProductsArchitectural Glass

About the role

Original posting from Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope via Greenhouse

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You’ll Get to Do

The Customer Service Representative is located in Chicago, IL. The position is focused on servicing customers and entering orders into our system, reviewing orders for accuracy, answering incoming calls from our existing customer base and other miscellaneous administrative duties in a fast-paced environment.  This is an hourly position, and the typical schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.  This  position reports to the Customer Service Supervisor.

This role is perfect for an individual who approaches their work professionally loves to be a part of a team and wants to help us get better every day.  If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

Job responsibilities include:

Exceptional customer service

Superior verbal and written communication skills, including handling incoming calls in a professional and thoughtful manner

Strong data entry skills with consistent attention to detail and accuracy

Solid computer skills that include the ability to learn new computer programs

Basic math skills Finish

Adaptable to change with a positive attitude and the ability to remain open to others’ ideas

History of positive performance and reliable attendance with the ability to work overtime as needed

Must possess a strong commitment to safety

What We Are Looking For

Minimum 1 year customer service experience

Computer experience, ability to accurately type numbers

Good problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and prioritize work deadlines

Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization

Ability to work overtime as required

Position Pay Range$20—$22 USDWhat OBE Offers You

Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee

Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose

Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses

Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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Source: Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope careers (Greenhouse)

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