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Retail Support Specialist

DSI · Wilmington, NC · 1 wk ago
OTHR$26/hrInternship

Job Overview

The Retail Support Specialist (RSS) delivers hands-on, frontline support to AT&T customers inside high-traffic national retail environments. In this role, you will engage directly with customers and retail partners to resolve account, billing, device, and service concerns; often in fast-paced, high-volume situations. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, emotional resilience, comfort with technology, and the ability to remain calm, accurate, and professional in a dynamic retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Customer Support
    • Provide professional, friendly, and solution-focused support to AT&T customers inside national retail locations.
    • Resolve inquiries related to billing, account updates, plan changes, device support, and service concerns.
    • Troubleshoot wireless devices, network issues, and feature functionality.
    • Operate effectively in high-volume retail environments, maintaining focus, professionalism, and service quality during peak traffic and escalated situations.
  • Retail Partner Support
    • Act as the AT&T subject-matter expert for retail employees and third-party labor partners.
    • Serve as the primary AT&T representative for these partners, leading in-store support for retail escalations.
    • Proactively engage with store leadership to address customer concerns, strengthening partnership alignment and ensuring a best-in-class customer experience.

Work Environment & Schedule Expectations

  • This role is performed in a retail environment and requires standing, walking, and engaging on the sales floor for up to 8 hours per day.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
  • Comfort working in busy, customer-facing environments with frequent interaction and problem-solving demands.

Operational Excellence

  • Navigate multiple systems simultaneously while engaging with customers in real time.
  • Document all interactions thoroughly and accurately.
  • Adhere to company policies, compliance requirements, and privacy standards.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy for display devices and fixtures.
  • Add, remove, and reposition phones, fixtures, and promotional material per planogram updates.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams such as technical support, billing, fraud, customer care, and escalation agents.
  • Share insights on recurring issues to improve processes and customer experience.
  • Maintain a positive, professional demeanor during all interactions.

Requirements

  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to handle high-stress or escalated situations with professionalism.
  • Proficient in multitasking and navigating complex systems.
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in wireless communications, retail customer service, or technical support.
  • Previous call center or retail support experience is a plus.

What We Offer

  • Competitive starting pay of $26 per hour!
  • Comprehensive training and development programs
  • A supportive and engaging team environment
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance are available on the first day of the month following your first day of employment – no extended waiting period!
  • 401k Plan with employer matching after one year of employment
  • Paid vacation, personal/sick days, and bereavement time after 90 days
  • Employee Profit Sharing Program
  • 50% AT&T wireless discount
  • Paid training
  • Advancement opportunities, we prefer to promote from within!

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