What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customer Service / Handyman / Remodeling office position at Mr Handyman?
Role : The customer service representative's (CSR) prime function is receiving customer calls and leads, schedule handyman jobs, dispatch jobs to technicians, liaise with technicians, process jobs and invoices, and manage customer relations.
Whenever there is downtime between phone activity, the CSR needs to be able to assist with office administrative functions like billing / invoicing, marketing and customer retention efforts.
Qualifications : The qualifications for employment as a CSR do not require technical expertise or carpentry experience. A background of exposure to construction or other home service trades would be preferred but is not mandatory.
Successful Mr Handyman employment is based on a number of factors. A customer service rep should be cooperative and have the proper temperament and attitude. They should be people with integrity, possess an air of authority and calmness while being able to motivate employees, competence, and self-esteem. They should be dependable.
The most important aspect of the customer service representative's job is the ability to favorably demonstrate the characteristics customers equate with "professionalism." This strategy is far more important than the technical aspects of the service because it is the key element that distinguishes Mr Handyman from its competitors.
The CSR will have significant contact with customers and should therefore possess the following characteristics :
- Effective phone-based communication with customers and fellow employees
- Punctuality
- Dependability
- Thoroughness and consistency - do what you say you are going to do
- Empathy and ability to listen to the customer's situation
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer service demeanor
The CSR will also possess the following characteristics :
Follow processes : The CSR must follow the office processes and procedures to ensure a consistent execution of the role.
Language proficiency. Employees must read, write, speak and comprehend enough English and cultural slang to effectively deliver and manage the Mr Handyman service strategy as customer contact professionals.
Computer proficiency. The CSR must be familiar with basic computer operations and have experience with browsers, online applications, spreadsheets, and internet phones / headsets.
Office and organizational skills : The CSR must possess basic organizational, clerical, administrative, planning and organizational skills.
POTENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES : The responsibilities of a CSR consist of, but are not limited to, the following :
Compensation : Customer service representatives are paid on an hourly basis.
Work conditions : We are committed to providing safe work conditions. The work will be performed in a home office environment along with other people.
Work hours : Full time
Compensation : $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
For over 20 years, Mr. Handyman® franchisees have consistently hired reliable, customer focused team members who are both knowledgeable and skilled. They are experienced in many areas of home improvement, maintenance and repair and they know the value of building relationships with clients. Those select individuals who make the cut are offered a competitive work environment with the ability to have more control over your earnings and your future.
Notice
Mr. Handyman International LLC is the franchisor of the Mr. Handyman® franchised system. Each Mr. Handyman® franchised location is independently-owned and operated by an independent franchisee performing services. As a service to its independent franchisees, Mr. Handyman International LLC lists employment opportunities available throughout the franchised network so those employment opportunities may be conveniently found by interested parties at one central location for brand management purposes only. Mr. Handyman International LLC is NOT the employer seeking help. The only employer is the independent franchisee who has listed its available positions on this website.
I acknowledge that each independent Mr. Handyman® franchisee hires and determines the terms and conditions of employment for its own employees. Any employment benefits, compensation and employment practices vary by location. Neither Mr. Handyman International LLC ("Franchisor") nor its affiliates have the power to : (1) hire, fire or modify the employment condition of franchisee's employees; (2) supervise and control franchisee's employee work schedule or conditions of employment; (3) determine the rate and method of payment; or (4) accept, review or maintain franchisee employment records. Mr. Handyman International LLC is NOT the employer and / or joint employer for : (i) any of the job opportunities listed on this website; (ii) any of the independent franchisees; and, (iii) any of the employees of the independent franchisees.
Salary : $18 - $20
