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Remote Customer Service Specialist Part-Time

Johnstown, NY • On-site, Remote

Ferrellgas
Oil and Gas Extraction • 5 - 10K employees

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 64 rated delivery companies

Recommended by parents

Respectful managers

Good training

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$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Overview
Ferrellgas was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 - and that trust starts with our people. We're currently hiring a Part-Time Customer Service Specialist. This is a remote role, however we would like for this person to be in or near NY, MD or PA. In this role, you'll provide exceptional service through both inbound and outbound communications. You'll support customers and work closely with internal teams to ensure high-quality experience, while helping drive business growth. As part of a company focused on delivering exceptional service and value to our customers, your impact will matter - both to your team and our organization. Your talent and dedication won't go unnoticed - here, your impact matters.
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Ferrellgas we're committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote stability, growth, and work-life balance:
  • Financial Security: 401(k) with a generous company match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Take time to rest, recharge, and spend with family.
  • Paid Training: We invest in your success with comprehensive, hands-on training.
  • Exclusive Savings: Receive employee discounts, including propane savings.

Responsibilities
  • Answering phones, chat, social media, or email in a polite, courteous, and professional manner.
  • Works with customers daily to sustain and improve business relationships.
  • Ask probing questions to identify customer issues or concerns.
  • Ensure accurate account maintenance and updating of account information.
  • Use techniques to reach resolutions for customers that both satisfy their requests and cut down on additional questions
  • Schedule delivery orders and utilize basic negotiation skills for issues pertaining to new and returning customers.
  • Handle general customer issues such as general service order input, executing emergency scripts, closing uncontrollable loss accounts, answering general contract information, and answering basic pricing questions.
  • Can handle basic de-escalation of customer situations by following our customer complaint resolution policy.
  • Send copies of statements and invoices to customers, as well as perform soft collections for customers on credit hold or past due as well as some cash handling and taking payments via the phone.
  • Support the set-up of new customer accounts.
  • Meet or exceed minimum performance standards outlined in company policy.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 or more years of customer service experience.
  • Exceptional customer service and negotiation skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with typing and data entry experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on team building and developing a positive rapport with company employees at all levels as well as customers.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Access.
  • Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
  • Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Why Ferrellgas?
At Ferrellgas we're honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers' lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.
Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and be part of our growing team!
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Why work for Ferrellgas? We pride ourselves in providing the best customer service in the propane industry. Ranked consistently as one of the top propane suppliers in the country, Ferrellgas is in the business of providing meaningful moments. Memories full of warmth, dependability you can trust, and outcomes you had only dreamed possible.

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

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