Email Customer Service Reps
The Email Customer Service Representative role involves providing professional and patient support to online shoppers primarily through email and some chat, focusing on resolving customer inquiries and complaints efficiently. This fully remote position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to maintain customer records, coordinate with teams, and recommend process improvements while supporting Canadian customers.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Customer Services.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This remote, email-first Customer Service role supports shoppers (this team will specifically support Canada) and focuses on resolving customer issues via email (~90%) with occasional chat (~10%). As a member of the support team you will:
- Review incoming support requests and clarify customer complaints
- Diagnose issues and determine root cause
- Update customer accounts and records accurately
- Recommend and explain appropriate solutions to customers
- Escalate and coordinate with internal teams and merchant affiliate networks when needed
- Expedite corrections, adjustments, and follow-ups to ensure resolution
- Document trends and recommend process improvements
- Provide on-the-job training for new hires when assigned
- Apply company policies to extend valued member bonuses where applicable
Who You Are (Minimum Qualifications)
- High school diploma or GED required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
- 1–3 years customer service experience (email/chat preferred); 2–3 years preferred
- Comfortable using CRM tools (experience with Zendesk or similar is a plus)
- Strong written communication and professional email etiquette
- Proficient problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Good computer/typing skills (minimum 50 WPM required)
- Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
- Able to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain accurate records
- Familiarity with online shopping and internet navigation
Nice to Have
- 55+ WPM typing speed
- Experience with data entry, retail, banking/teller work, or internet companies
- Prior experience supporting Canadian customers or cross-border support
- Experience coordinating with merchant/affiliate networks
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $16.00 per hour (Contract-to-Hire)
- If eligible, potential temporary-role benefits may include:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical illness, accident & hospital coverage
- 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options
- Voluntary life & AD&D insurance (employee and dependents)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time off / leave (PTO, vacation, sick leave)
- Benefits eligibility and availability may depend on job classification and length of employment
Location & Schedule
- This is a fully remote position (applicants must be located in the U.S.)
- The role is based out of Minneapolis, MN (for recordkeeping and compliance), but daily work is performed remotely
- Typical schedule will align with support coverage needs for Canadian customers; flexibility may be required
Employment Type & Duration
- Employment type: Full-time (Contract-to-Hire)
- Anticipated application close date: 2026-08-18
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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