Portland General Electric

Customer Service Advisor

Portland General Electric  •  $24.25/hr  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  12 days ago
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At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

PGE Customer Service Advisor - Job Opportunity

***Bilingual preferred

Looking for a job that becomes a career?

At PGE,you'llbe a trusted energy advisor helping customers when they need it most. No scripts, no hard sales, no outbound call quotas - just meaningful customer support with opportunities to learn about renewable energy and efficiency while making a real difference.

Position:Customer Service Advisor (*Traineeposition)

*This trainee position offers a maximum of one year to develop your skills, after which advancement to a regular Customer Service Advisor role depends on your performance and current business needs at Portland General Electric.

Starting Wage:$24.25/hour (Additional pay for bilingual Spanish speakers)

Location:Hybrid role (Tualatinoffice and work from home)

Benefits:Medical, paid time off, 401(k)

Start Date:May 18th, 2026

What We're Looking For:

Required Skills:

  • 2+ years customer service experience
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Strong multitasking abilities with attention to detail
  • Proficient data entry skills (minimum 20 WPM typing)
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to navigate multiple computer applications simultaneously
  • Microsoft Officeproficiency
  • Calm and professional demeanor in stressful situations
  • Resilience, asyou’lloftenencounterfast-changing priorities and will need to remain calm, resourceful, and focused under pressure.

Work Environment:

  • Up to8-weeksin-person training
  • After training: Monday- Fridayshifts between7am-7pm,Schedules are not static. You will be notified approximately10 daysahead of time of your assigned shifts to allow for adequate planning.
  • Initial 30-60 daysonsiteafter training has been completedbefore transitioning to hybrid model
  • PGE Employees are expected to work during major outages. When we have many customers without power, there will be times when you are expected toreport foroutage duty. These can be 12-hour shifts and can include weekends and holidays as the Contact Center is staffed 24/7.Please noteany hours over40 hoursper work weekisconsidered overtime and PGE pays two times your hourly rate.

Hiring Process

Here is our planned process for ourMayclass:

  • Position posted untilmid-Aprilor until positions are filled.
  • Skill and aptitude assessmentsare sentto candidates.
  • After applying and taking the skill and aptitude assessments, top candidates will go through a phone screen.
  • In-person interviews will be scheduled in April,or until filled
  • Pre-employment process includes drugscreen(including marijuana), background check (public record and confirmation of high school diploma or GED) and employment verification check.

What can I do to prepare for an interview?

  • We are looking for candidates that we feel will be successful in the role. Typically, we have found theypossessthese strengths: excellent customer service skills, the abilityto bechange agile, teamwork, computer savvy, and follow PGE’s guiding behaviors. They also show awareness for the advisor role, and are knowledgeable about, and show enthusiasmfor,working at PGE. Instead of just listing your strengths, describe what you haveaccomplishedbecause of those strengths.
  • Most interviews at Portland General Electric are behavior-based. This means our recruiters and hiring managers will ask about specific professional situations you have been in and your accomplishments. For example, if you mention that you are efficient, you will be asked toprovidespecific examples from your work history that illustrate this.

What PGE's Customer Service Advisors are saying:

"I am blown away daily by the unconditional support and all staff at the Tualatin Contact Center. It is unlike anything I have ever experienced before. That kind of support breeds respect and loyalty that you justdon'tfind in other workplace environments..."

"...Even though I'm new to PGE I feel like I've been successful...I understand that learning is an ongoing process with the nature of the company and as time goes on, I will continue to strive and become even more successful."

"I enjoy my job and the work I do. Is it stressful at times? Yes, however I feel that what I do makes a difference and I look forward to watching the day unfold and resolving complex issues forall ofmy customers..."

*This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorships.

Must be 18yearof age or older

Apply today to join ourMay2026class!

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.

Join us today and power your potential!

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

Portland General Electric

About Portland General Electric

For generations, we’ve been powering lives and we are committed to representing social, economic, and environmental progress. Energy is essential to everyday life and when disaster strikes, we’re proud to spring into action to support our community. Whether it’s powering our customers’ lives, fighting climate change, or responding in times of crisis, the stakes are high, but the work is incredibly rewarding. We’re up for the challenge – are you? Not only are we dedicated to adapting to change, but we also create the positive progress we want to see in our communities.

Our world and our industry are faced with new and exciting challenges driven by evolving technology, changing customer expectations and a shared desire for a cleaner energy future. Every day, we take new steps that get us closer to the energy transformation we want to see in Oregon.

Why does this mission matter so much to the people who work at PGE? Because we live here, too.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Portland, OR
Year Founded
1889
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