What are the responsibilities and job description for the Broadband & Telecommunications Customer Service Representative position at Apprenticely?

Apprenticely is helping Central Arkansas Telephone Cooperative (CATC) hire a Broadband &Telecommunications Customer Service Representative in Bismarck, AR.

About the Employer:

Central Arkansas Telephone Cooperative (CATC) is a member-owned rural cooperative

committed to delivering reliable broadband and telecommunications services to the communities

we serve. Our mission is to support local residents, businesses, and farms with dependable

connectivity and exceptional service. As a cooperative, we prioritize people and strive to

strengthen rural communities through service, fairness, and innovation. We live by our moto:

“Owned by those we serve”

$17 - $19 an hour

The Customer Service Representative serves as the first point of contact for cooperative

members and customers. This role assists with service questions, billing inquiries, and account

needs. The ideal candidate is friendly, service-minded, and enjoys helping neighbors in a close-

knit community. Because we are a small organization, flexibility, problem-solving, and

teamwork is essential.

Key Responsibilities

 Provide courteous and professional support via phone, email, and in-person interactions.

 Assist members with:

o New service applications and upgrade requests

o Account changes and service plan explanations

o Billing inquiries, payments, and financial assistance options

 Coordinate with field technicians and internal team members to ensure timely resolution

of all member concerns.

 Assisting Customer Service supervisor in developing marketing strategies.

 Maintain accurate customer and account information in cooperative systems.

 Explain cooperative policies, service offerings, and billing practices in a clear and helpful

manner.

 Identify member needs and recommend services that support their household, business,

or agricultural operation.

 Support improvements to processes that enhance member experience.

 Represent the cooperative positively and professionally in all interactions.

Qualifications

 High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training preferred.

 Prior experience in customer service, telecommunications, broadband, technical support,

or related fields is preferred.

 Strong communication, patience, and active listening skills.

 Ability to remain calm, professional, and equitable when addressing issues or complaints.

 Comfortable working with computers, billing systems, and customer management tools.

 Basic understanding of internet, Wi-Fi, and networking concepts (or interest in learning).

 Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a small-

team environment.

 A desire to support and strengthen rural communities through member-focused service.

What We Offer

 Competitive compensation

 Cooperative-driven workplace with a community focus

 Health, retirement, and other benefits

 Training and professional development opportunities

 A friendly, mission-driven work culture where your work supports your neighbors

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Salary : $17 - $19

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