Customer Service Representative
Thomas Jefferson Foundation · Charlottesville, VA · 1 mo ago
On-siteCustomer Service$15–$16/hrFull-time
Job Purpose
The Customer Service Representative will be responsible for assisting customers with order placement and status updates, product inquiries, and resolving order issues.
Essential Functions
- Answer order line and process customer’s orders.
- Update customers on order status in all systems.
- Answer Customer Service line when needed and forward customer’s concerns to the full-time staff.
- Affords assistance with training of temporary staff.
- Affords assistance in warehouse functions such as kitting, packing, and giftwrap when needed.
- Openings and processing returns.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Must be proficient in email and phone etiquette.
- Must possess basic reading, math, and computer/data entry skills.
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must be knowledgeable in conflict resolution skills.
Physical Demands and Work Considerations
- Employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- This position is based in our distribution center located in Ivy VA.
- Customer Service Representative will be expected to switch between the evening and day shifts as needed during the busy holiday season (mid-October to December 31, 2026).
- Morning shift starts at 8:00 am and second shift works until 9:00 pm.
- Weekend hours required during busy season.
Education
- High-school diploma or GED.
- Customer Service experience required.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan + up to a 6% match.
- Fitness club membership discount.
- Discount in the Monticello Café, gift shop, and Monticello online catalog.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free for employee and dependents.
- $500 employee referral bonus.