Customer Service Jobs in Portland, CT

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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Customer Care Representative - WFH CT

  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

All you need for the Customer Care Representative role is: Must reside in the State of Connecticut 1 year of Call Center experience 6 months Customer Service experience Basic typing/computer experience...

Customer Service Associate

  • Willimantic, CT (20 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Willimantic, CT (20 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 hours 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

  • Coventry, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Coventry, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 11 hours 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 - Employee Assistance Program (Sunday-Wednesday 9:00pm-7:30am EST)

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

**Position Summary** CVS Aetna has an opportunity available for a full time Customer Service Representative in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) team....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Middletown, CT (4 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, CT (4 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 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 - Temporary

  • East Lyme, CT (23 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Lyme, CT (23 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 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

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Provide Exceptional Customer Service experience to our policyholders in every interaction....

Part Time Flexible Customer Service Associate

  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago

The Part Time Flexible Customer Service Associate consults with customers on their rental....

Customer Service Representative

  • Cheshire, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Summary: The Customer Service Representative (CSR) provides customer service role, communicates regularly with customer’s representatives to provide delivery commitments, coordinate problem resolutions...

Customer Service Agent

  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 5 days ago

This role is responsible for de escalating all concerns that arise and providing top tier customer service at all times. This will be an onsite role 5 days a week, 8 -5 est....

Customer Service Representative - FT

  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 5 days ago

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Customer Service Representative - PT

  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago

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Customer Service Representative

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago

LOCATION:** Remote U.S. locations **OVERVIEW** You will provide positive, supportive environment, generous benefits package, and comprehensive training program. You will provide support to...

Customer Service Representative

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Customer Service Representative **Sr....

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Customer Experience Associate

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities We have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Associate to join our growing team!...

Demographic Data for Portland, CT

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Portland, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Portland, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.5%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
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 Portland, CT
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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