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Department Description Energy Services is EPCOR's customer care business unit that supports EPCOR's billing operations, call center, collections, and online customer care portal. Energy Services also provides the regulated rate option (RRO) for electricity consumers within Edmonton and parts of Alberta. If you're looking for new opportunities, people who care and work that matters, apply today at epcor.com/careers.Highlights of the jobEPCOR is hiring up to 15 Service Consultant s ( Permanent, Full- time positions ) working out of Edmonton, AB.Energy Services Contact Centre is the main point of contact for EPCORs regulated and competitive customers; a s a Service Consultant, you will be accountable for providing customers with outstanding sales, service and support for their inquiries including billing, payment negotiation and utility service requests. You will promote EPCOR services and products to customers including energy plan sale s for Encor by EPCOR customers.This position has a tentative start date of June 8, 2026 .What youd be responsible forCustomer ServiceAnswering customer questions and concerns over the phone or in writing .Enrolling new customers in the Customer Relationship Management ( CRM ) system .Directing calls, requests, and escalations to appropriate departments as needed .Assisting customers with questions regarding billing and product offerings .Using active listening skills to understand customer needs and recommend ing appropriate products and services .Assisting customers with setting up and managing their accounts online .Customer RetentionContributing to customer retention by maintaining strong customer relationships .Managing challenging customers and requests with professionalism .Continuous Improvement and Problem SolvingIdentifying inconsistencies and bringing forward opportunit ies for process improvements to Team Lead and/or Manager .Implementing approved ideas and/or suggestions .Initiating first level problem solving and first call resolution .Whats required to be successfulYou m ust be able to attend our paid , in-person training program ( approximately 3 months) which includes both classroom instruction and practical experience taking customer calls . This position has a tentative start date of June 8, 2026.Qualifications, behaviours and experience the successful candidates will possess are:High school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education).2+ years of recent (within the last 3 year s) work experience in a Call Centre, Community or Essential Services, Customer Service or Sales environment .Experience working in a utility, regulated, or corporate environment is highly desired .Strong keyboarding skills and the ability to multi-task (typing while talking to customers) .Strong computer background including experience with Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Word, and Edge).Working knowledge of SAP and/or SharePoint are valuable assets .Excellent verbal, written and nonverbal communication skills and f luen cy in English (written and spoken) is essential; add itional language(s) are an asset .Proven ability to solve problems with a positive attitude .Resourceful with a highly developed attention to detail .Ability to handle confidential information with discretion .Demonstrable track record of positive performance, punctuality and schedule adherence .T o be successful in this position, you must possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships . In a dynamic work setting with rapidly evolving business needs, our ideal candidate s must demonstrate resilience and the ability to manage back-to-back calls throughout their workday. Adaptability and a proactive approach to handling challenges are essential for success in this role.Other important facts about this jobNote: T he position you are applying for will transition from temporary to permanent after a three-month training period. During this time, you will receive comprehensive training and support to help you succeed in your role. Upon successful completion, you will be offered a permanent position with benefits, vacation days and opportunities for career growth within our company. We look forward to seeing you thrive and become a valued member of our team!Upon successfully completing the probationary period and demonstrating satisfactory performance, employees will have the opportunity to participate in our work-from-home program. This program offers the flexibility of remote work, requiring a minimum of 1 in-office day per month (subject to business needs).Jurisdiction : CSU52Class : SCA3Wage : Developmental Pe riod (three months): $ 29.1 0 per hourAfter successful completion of the developmental period, you will progress to the On-The-J ob Wage (three months ): $ 30.56 per hourHours of Work : 80 hours biweeklyWork Location: EPCOR Tower (10423 101 Street, Edmonton , Alberta )Shifts coincide with the Contact Centre's hours of operation:Monday-Friday from 08:00 AM -19:15 PM , Saturdays 08:00 AM -16:45 PMShifts are determined according to business needs and follow a weekly rotating schedule, which is published four weeks in advanceA requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion . #J-18808-Ljbffr