Customer Service Representative - Seasonal

About Us 

Alaska Petroleum Distributing (APD) has served the North Pole and surrounding areas since 1981. With strong local brand recognition and family-owned company culture, APD has a balanced commercial and retail customer portfolio, delivering heating oil, gasoline, and diesel fuels. It is the largest fuel distributor in the interior. Recognizing its complementary services, including linehaul and truck maintenance capabilities, APD joined the NorthStar family of companies in 2019.

APD prioritizes environmental safety, crafting and constructing the first state-approved, double-walled fuel storage tanks. Alaska Petroleum has over 100 tanks of various sizes, which is an offered service to contractors throughout the state. In addition, APD handles oil spill contingency products, including pads and barrels.

Job Summary:

The Customer Service Representative at is responsible for handling product customer accounts and providing exceptional customer support. This role involves scheduling daily deliveries, utilizing dispatch software for efficient tracking, maintaining accurate records, communicating with drivers, and promptly responding to customer inquiries. The Customer Service Representative plays a vital role in ensuring smooth delivery operations, maintaining customer satisfaction, and adhering to safety regulations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Greet customers and answer the phone in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Communicate effectively with customers, other departments and drivers to ensure smooth operations.
• Utilizes the SkyBitz dispatch software to plan and track oil delivery truck positions and gallons for efficient delivery management.
• Accepts and records orders for products and promptly communicates the order details to the appropriate personnel.
• Provides customer support related to pricing, payment, and invoicing management, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintains and organizes accurate records of all delivery documents and inventory reconciliation to track product availability.
• Follow DOT regulations to ensure safety compliance and proper handling of deliveries.
• Participates in safety meetings and promptly reports any injuries, spills, property damage, or identified job hazards to management.
• Acquires and evaluates all necessary information to respond promptly and efficiently to customer inquiries.
• Serves as a liaison between customers and various departments, identifying and prioritizing issues for resolution.
• Resolve customer requests by analyzing the situation and conducting research on products and applications.
• Performs occasional errands outside the office as needed to support business needs.
• Completes miscellaneous office tasks, such as data compiling and invoicing, contributing to efficient operations.

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in customer service or related field is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to use computer, Microsoft Office

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance
• Charitable Match
• Life Insurance - 2x your annual earnings
• Free Credit Report Monitoring
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Options
• Medical, dental, and visions plans
• Tapcheck: On-Demand Access to Earned Wages

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.