Customer Service Jobs in Hayward, CA

Customer Service Professionals in the retail industry are responsible for assisting customers with inquiries, complaints, or problems. They interact directly with customers to hear their concerns, solve problems, and provide them with information about products or services. They help to create an environment that fosters customer loyalty and enhances the shopping experience. This often includes processing returns or exchanges, resolving complaints, and ensuring that customers leave satisfied. These professionals may work in a physical store or in a virtual setting, such as a call center or online chat support.

Important skills for a Customer Service Professional in the retail industry include strong communication and problem-solving skills, patience, empathy, and excellent knowledge of the company's products or services. There are also certain certifications that can enhance a professional's credentials in this field, such as the Certified Customer Service Professional (CCSP) and the Professional Customer Service Certification (PCSC). Prior to becoming a Customer Service Professional, individuals may hold roles such as Sales Associate, Cashier, or Store Clerk, where they can gain valuable experience in dealing with customers and understanding the retail environment.

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Bilingual (English/Mandarin/Cantonese) Customer Service Representative

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Customer Service Representative Transdev in Oakland, California is hiring a Customer Service Representativeto act as a liaison for our customers, providers, and client....

Customer Service Associate II

  • Milpitas, CA (22 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Milpitas, CA (22 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Your positive, friendly disposition and eagerness to get things done make you the right person for our Customer Service Associate II position....

Customer Service Associate I

  • Albany, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We're seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer....

Customer Service Representative

  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Position: The Customer Service Representative is the entry-level classification in the Customer Service Representative series....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Associate

  • Danville, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danville, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • San Ramon, CA (8 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Ramon, CA (8 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Representative

  • Concord, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Your Opportunity Customer Service RepresentativeCalifornia Check Cashing StoresConcord, CA As a Customer Service Representative (CSR), youll help people in your community access the financial solutions...

Real Estate & Customer Experience, Associate

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Must be able to work well with internal partners (leasing, accounting, construction etc.) as part of an integrated customer service team....

Loss Prevention Tactical Customer Service Associate

  • Foster City, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

service via a Company issued radio Observe and report any suspicious behavior or critical incidents to LP or store management Perform a closing safety sweep of the store with a member of management...

Client Service Representative

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The CSR is the pivot around which the hospital operates and is responsible for: Customer service functions, including: greeting visitors, answering telephones, and guiding clients and their pets to...

Customer Support Associate

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About the ideal candidate: Minimum of 1 year experience in Tourism industry or Customer Service environment.....

Renewals Sales Representative

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago

service skills are required Excellent verbal and written communications skills Exceptional organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet deadlines and quotas Ability...

Customer Service Representative/Office Assistant

  • Concord, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Concord, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

About the Job: Were looking for a Customer Service Representative whos organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys helping people....

Customer Service Associate (life science)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Customer Service Associate Location: Sunnyvale, CA Duration: 10+ Months Pay rate: $30/hr. on W2 Primary Function of Position: As part of the Customer Service Team, you will provide front...

Demographic Data for Hayward, CA

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Hayward, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Hayward, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Hayward, CA
1-2 years
42.9%
Less than 1 year
38.0%
None
6.9%
2-4 years
6.8%
4-6 years
4.1%
6-8 years
1.1%
8-10 years
0.2%


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