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!