Customer Service Jobs in Gardiner, ME

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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Float Client Service Representative - Greater Lewiston Area

  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 6 hours ago

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. 1+ year of experience in a customer service role. Proven communication and interpersonal skills....

Part Time Customer Service Representative (remote)

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum of two years experience in customer service including six months in a lower-level customer care representative role....

Remote Work

Client Service Representative - Minot Avenue, Auburn

  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Candidates for this position should possess exceptional customer service skills, a sales orientation and a high degree of accuracy in managing cash and following procedures....

Customer Service Representative

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES + Engages with customers in a confident and compelling manner, performing the full range of customer service duties and responsibilities, as assigned. + Strives to resolve...

Customer Service Associate

  • Gardiner, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Gardiner, ME
  • 5 days ago

. + Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact,...

Customer Service Representative

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Customer Service Representative Job Poster : Jobs Skills:Customer Service | Location: Lewiston, Maine, United States Of America Views:10 Duties will include but are not limited to, checking stock on...

Bilingual Spanish Customer Service Representative - Remote

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 9 days ago

This position receives and responds to inbound call inquiries and communications from customers, marketing associates, and other customer service representatives....

Remote Work

Customer Service Representative - Remote

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago

This position receives and responds to inbound call inquiries and communications from customers, marketing associates, and other customer service representatives....

Remote Work

PT Customer Service Associate

  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide outstanding friendly customer service. Observe and follow all company policies and established procedures....

Customer Service Representative

  • Winthrop, ME (11 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Winthrop, ME (11 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 12 days ago

service representative OR other customer service experience + Computer literate, with specific experience in word processing and spreadsheet applications....

Customer Service Representative- Brunswick, ME

  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 12 days ago

An interest and experience in customer service and a working knowledge of Windows are essential for this position....

Customer Service Representative

  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 16 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 16 days ago

As a Customer Service Associate, you are more than a clerk and a cashier!...

Customer Service Representative

  • Greene, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 23 days ago
  • Greene, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 23 days ago

Store 4707120: 748 Rt 202, Greene, Maine 04236 Availability - Shift/Days Part time Evenings Shift Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative....

Customer Service Representative

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 25 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 25 days ago

at Wolters Kluwer in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description We are currently seeking dynamic Customer Service Representative to join our growing teams across the country....

Client Service Representative

  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 27 days ago

at Maine Staffing Group in Brunswick, Maine, United States Job Description Were looking for a enthusiastic and proactive Client Service Representative to join our clients team in Topsham, Maine....

Demographic Data for Gardiner, ME

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Gardiner, ME

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Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Gardiner, ME offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Gardiner, ME
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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