Shades of Grey HR

Customer Service Representative

Shades of Grey HR  •  $14/hr  •  Humble, TX (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

Job Title: Customer Service Representative
Company: Austin Wood Recycling
Location: 4460 FM 1960 E, Humble, TX 77346
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Site/Office Leadership (as designated by client)
Travel: position may float between Humble and Dayton locations
Compensation: $14–$18/hour
Benefits: Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision; 401(k) (fully vested at year one; up to 4% company match for deferrals of 5%+); PTO; paid holidays; paid bereavement; educational assistance for industry-related certifications.

The Customer Service Representative is the primary point of contact for customers and drivers, ensuring accurate order intake, clear communication, and smooth dispatch/yard coordination. This role supports operational throughput by maintaining documentation accuracy, resolving issues quickly, and protecting the customer experience in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manage inbound customer requests: product availability, pricing (per policy), order entry, and scheduling.
  • Coordinate with yard/dispatch to align deliveries, pickups, and service timing.
  • Maintain accurate records (tickets, orders, payments/terms as applicable) and ensure documentation completeness.
  • De-escalate issues professionally; identify root cause and route to appropriate leader when needed.
  • Support continuous improvement by tracking recurring issues and proposing process fixes.
  • Ensure policy and compliance adherence (safety signage/customer flow, documentation requirements).
Required Qualifications
  • 1+ year customer service experience in a high-volume environment.
  • Strong attention to detail; comfort with data entry and transactional accuracy.
  • Clear, professional communication; ability to manage conflict calmly.
  • Reliable attendance and comfort working in an operations setting.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in dispatch, logistics, yard operations, or construction/materials environments.
  • Basic equipment operator experience preferred (e.g., loaders or similar yard equipment).
  • Bilingual capability (English/Spanish).
Work Environment / Schedule
  • Current Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m as needed. The schedule may shift seasonally.
  • Environment: office/front-counter setting within an active yard environment.
What Austin Wood Recycling (AWR) Offers
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • 401(k) fully vested at year one; up to 4% company match (for 5%+ deferrals).
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
  • Educational assistance for industry-related certifications.
EEO Statement

Austin Wood Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pre-employment drug screens and background checks apply. Austin Wood Recycling participates in E-Verify.

Shades of Grey HR

About Shades of Grey HR

Shades of Grey HR is a forward-thinking HR consulting firm that specializes in offering fractional HR services tailored to the unique needs of small to medium-sized businesses. With a vision rooted in innovation and adaptability, we challenge the traditional confines of HR by leveraging the latest technologies, including AI, to provide solutions that are both efficient and effective. Our team, boasting over 80 years of combined HR experience, is dedicated to delivering top-tier services, allowing our clients to select specific HR functions that align with their needs, without the overhead of a full HR department.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Rapid City, SD
Year Founded
2016
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