Customer Service Representative
Job Type: Customer Support/Client Care
Pay Range $25.33 to $26.81
Location Colorado Springs, CO
Date First Posted 6/29/26
Applications are beingaccepted through: 7/3/26
*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.
Customer Service Representative
Please note that thisposition is eligible for a hybrid working schedule upon completing probation (six months).
Do you have experience with providing exceptional customer service? Do you enjoy researching and addressing customer questions and concerns to provide an overall positive customer experience? If so, this may be the opportunity for you! As a Customer Service Representative , you will represent the face of Colorado Springs Utilities as the first point of contact for our customers. You will evaluate and analyze customer account data, establish utility service accounts, and provide assistance for various questions and issues.
Our team is here to support the success of the successful candidate through multiple weeks of initial classroom training (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) featuring instructor-led sessions, computer-based learning, and simulations. This training is followed by several weeks of onsite peer-supported learning in a collaborative environment while handling live customer calls.
What Else Will You be Doing?
Handling a high volume of inbound customer calls and chats to address inquiries and resolve issues while consistently ensuring a positive customer experience
Maintaining accurate documentation of all customer interactions
Establishing, transferring, and stopping utility services for customers
Reviewing and addressing customer billing questions and concerns, and researching complex account issues
Educating customers on utility services, account management tools, and self-service options
Conducting financial reviews of residential and commercial accounts
Ensuring utility emergency calls are appropriately routed
Submitting field order requests and performing equipment-related transactions
Supporting our Customer Service Lobby and other specialty groups as needed to maintain operational excellence
Who You Are
Demonstrated customer service experience, preferably in a contact center environment
Ability to effectively communicate with customers and stakeholders using a variety of technologies and methods such as phone, email, and chat
Proficiency with de-escalating challenging customer interactions while maintaining professionalism
Proficiency with Microsoft Office core applications and willingness to learn new systems and tools
Ability to meet performance metric standards, including average handle time, accuracy, quality of interactions, and adherence to schedules
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
Ability to speak Spanish is valued
Hiring Process Overview: What to Expect
Successful candidates will complete the following steps as part of the hiring process for this position:
Validated pre-employment test that measures skills critical to success in this position
Asynchronous video interview
Onsite (or video, if necessary) panel interview with members of our Customer Service team
What Else Should You Know?
This position operates in a standard office environment centered around customer interactions with extended periods of sitting or standing at a workstation; consecutive customer interactions with minimal time in between calls; and a possible need for overtime or schedule adjustments during peak periods
Standard hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with shifts ranging from 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM - work schedules are subject to change and based on business needs
Upon completion of the probationary period, employees are eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., blend of working onsite and from home) - equipment will be provided for work-from-home arrangements
Employees must live within 60 miles of our downtown office site and be able to regularly commute as needed
You may also be required to serve in a backup position on our Lobby team based on skills and experience. In supporting the Customer Service Lobby, you'll provide in-person support to customers to include payment processing, handling offline tasks, and assisting with customer service needs. You'll receive hands-on training to provide Lobby support after completing probation. Additional compensation is provided when supporting the Lobby.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other criteria are met.
Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
Our Commitment to Our Employees
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That's why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Offto Recharge
Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave –3 days per year
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Additional Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
ATTENTION:
All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be based on the successful candidate's experience, education, and training; however, those with limited direct experience could start below the posted pay range.
If a single pay rate is posted, the job starts at that rate regardless of previous experience, education, and training.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas.All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and work authorization must not be based on employer sponsorship of a work visa.
Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities' benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities' Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503.
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Job Type: Customer Support/Client Care