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Job Title:
Station Operator - Day (ONSITE)
Date Posted:
10/29/24
Ref. Number:
856
Type:
Full Time
Part Time
Location:
North York
Requirements:
Key qualifications:
1. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
2. Typing skills 40wpm
3. Experience in similar role/call center experience
Other qualifications:
Requirements
The candidates we are looking for are mature self-starters that are able to work well in a team environment and/or independently.
Must be available for day shift exclusively (7am to 7pm)
Must be available to work 2-3 consecutive 12-hour shifts
Must be able to work at any time including weekends and holidays
Must be able to legally work in Canada
Only full-time positions are available
Be an active listener with excellent telephone and communication skills, having verbal and written fluency in English
Have computer proficiency with a minimum of 40 wpm typing speed
Ability to listen attentively and to use the information provided by customers to tailor responses and actions to meet the customers’ specific needs
Ability to multitask successfully while under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to sit for extended periods of time while responding to emergencies
Ability to always remain alert during working hours
Have sound judgement, strong analytical, critical thinking and decision-making skills
Be self-motivated and committed to continued learning
Previous experience in an alarm monitoring, call center environment or customer support role, involving considerable judgement and detail orientation is an asset
Description:
The employer is a leading provider and integrator of security technology, since 1983 it has exceeded the standards set out by the Underwriters Laboratories of Canada, providing security and peace of mind to over one million Canadians from Coast to Coast.
We are looking for mature, dedicated team members to provide alarm monitoring and verification services in our world-class monitoring station located at Yonge Street, North York, Ontario (immediately north of Finch Subway Station).
A successful candidate will act as a communication point for emergency and non-emergency calls. You must be an excellent communicator and able to remain calm and composed, especially in emergency situations. You must be able to multi-task as well as take the appropriate action with little supervision.
You will receive extensive on the job training on how to speak with customers and emergency services from across North America. As a Station Operator, you will be involved in keeping communities safe and saving lives while providing exceptional customer service.
If you are enjoying new challenges, variety in your daily work, are detail oriented, and are interested in continuous learning, then we want you to join our team.
Responsibilities:
Monitor fire, medical and security alarm systems using specialized monitoring software and equipment
Process inbound calls relating to our customer's fire, medical and security systems efficiently and in a professional manner
Handling inbound medical alert/2-way calls, GPS medical alarm response
Handling inbound telephone calls relating to varied alarm signals/customer requests
Handling our full range of alarm signals
Place outbound calls to notify or verify appropriate contacts or emergency authorities such as Fire Department, Police, Emergency Medical Services in a prompt and efficient manner
Follow central station procedures, regulations and guidelines
Receive emergency and non-emergency calls and record significant information
Manage large amounts of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner
Meet personal/team qualitative and quantitative targets
Utilize excellent customer service skills and exceed customers’ expectations
The employers provides 10 day mandatory training (paid).
Additional pay:
Overtime pay
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Morning shift
Weekends as needed
Hours per week:
38.5/week
Rate of Pay:
17.20-19/hour
Contact:
Oksana Bachynska
Telephone:
905-948-9996
Fax:
905-948-9920
Email:
obachynska@jobskills.org