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Christopher W. Boston

Logansport,IN

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service Specialist providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works as part of team to reach personal and business goals. Known for successfully handling escalated customer support issues.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4028
4028
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Customs Brokerage Representative

UPS
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.2026 - 03.2026
  • Processed customs documentation to ensure compliance with regulations
  • Communicated with clients to resolve customs-related inquiries and issues
  • Coordinated with internal teams to facilitate timely shipments and clearances
  • Monitored shipment statuses, ensuring accurate updates for clients and stakeholders
  • Reviewed invoices and shipping documents for accuracy and completeness
  • Adapted quickly to new software systems used in the customs brokerage industry, enabling more efficient data entry and processing of shipments.
  • Assisted clients in obtaining necessary permits, licenses, and certifications required for importation of specific products.
  • Applied extensive knowledge of tariff schedules when classifying goods to ensure accurate duty and tax assessment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in classification and valuation procedures to accurately determine duties and taxes owed on imported goods.
  • Determined harmonized tariff classifications by referencing tariff schedules outlined by national and international government officials.

Call Center Representative

Navient
12.2024 - 12.2025
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
  • Mastered multiple software systems for seamless navigation during calls, improving efficiency and reducing hold times for customers.
  • Handled 100+ plus per day
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
  • Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
  • Participated in ongoing training and development, staying current on company policies, products, and procedures to deliver accurate information to customers.
  • Effectively communicated complex information in a digestible format for callers of varying levels of technical understanding.

Patient Service Representative

AmerisourceBergen
03.2023 - 11.2024
  • Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
  • Entered patient demographic and insurance data into electronic medical record system.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with patients and staff.
  • Managed patient registration process, confirming data accuracy and completeness.
  • Verified insurance eligibility and coverage for patients.

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Customer Service Representative

Optum (UHG) Healthcare
07.2021 - 02.2023
  • Successfully managed accounts for customers
  • Controlled call flow during annual enrollment period
  • Successfully processed payments for customers
  • Delegated Call Transfer to correct department
  • Assisted providers & customers with claims
  • Provided plan information to customers regarding Medicare/Medicaid
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.

Customer Service Representative / Closing Adviser

Freedom Mortgage
06.2017 - 12.2019
  • Resolve customer complaints via phone, email, mail, or social media
  • Use telephones to reach out to customers and verify account information
  • Greet customers warmly and ascertain problem or reason for calling
  • Verifies an acknowledged Closing Disclosure for all parties is obtained
  • Schedules appropriately and compliantly based on ECD
  • Coordinates closing dates and times and verifies all required parties will be present and prepared
  • Reviews Cash to close needed from Borrower at closing
  • Reviews payment information with borrower

Education

Hotel & Lodging - Hospitality Administration And Management

Delaware Valley Job Corps Center
Callicoon, NY

Diploma -

Penns Grove High School
Carneys Point NJ

Skills

  • Trade agreements
  • Customs clearance process
  • Harmonized tariff system
  • Customer service
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Data entry
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Attention to detail
  • Advanced Excel spreadsheet functions
  • Advanced MS office suite

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Customs Brokerage Representative

UPS
01.2026 - 03.2026

Call Center Representative

Navient
12.2024 - 12.2025

Patient Service Representative

AmerisourceBergen
03.2023 - 11.2024

Customer Service Representative

Optum (UHG) Healthcare
07.2021 - 02.2023

Customer Service Representative / Closing Adviser

Freedom Mortgage
06.2017 - 12.2019

Hotel & Lodging - Hospitality Administration And Management

Delaware Valley Job Corps Center

Diploma -

Penns Grove High School
Christopher W. Boston