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DALE THERIOT

DALE THERIOT

Senior Customer Service Representative
Saint Martinville,LA

Summary

I have 16 years in Customer Service. In the 16 years 13 years is with Central Louisiana Electric Company. I know with my skills, experience, and leadership experience I have proven ability to lead teams and drive results, I have a natural ability to motivate others. I'm committed to creating a positive work environment and always looking for my team grow and succeed as a Supervisor for The City of St. Martinville I will add value to its growth. My positive attitude, work ethics, long term goals, align with the job requirements makes me committed an valuable asset to the City of St. Martinville. I have experience in multiple department's in Utility company. I'm always willing to learn and teach others what I know and learn. I was backup Lead at Cleco. I have Leadership, Senior Customer Service, Call Center, Credit/Collections, Revenue Protection, My Account, and SAP ( Germany System) I know with my skills, as a Supervisor for The City. I will add value to its growth. My positive attitude, work ethics, long term goals, align with the job requirements makes me committed an valuable asset my work experience and dedication as a Supervisor we can knock down mountains. I know with my previous experience and knowledge what is expected of me as a Supervisor , my willingness to learn grow, and conquers more than whats expected me. I like to think outside the box and go over and beyond. me as a Supervisor me and my team will have structure, communication, verbal and written job duties, and a workflow to get the work done and run smoothly. . I am very goal oriented and competitive Customer Service and Customer Experience with both Legacy and SAP System. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proven track record of maintaining efficient office operations. Expertise in scheduling and coordinating meetings, managing travel and expense reports, and transcribing minutes. Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional experienced optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Clerk

City of St. Martinville
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Entered data into system, printed out requested sets and generated reports.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail for carriers
  • Attended meetings to take minutes and perform dictations.
  • Greeted entering clients to direct visitors to correct destination.
  • Scanned and faxed documents relating to invoices and sales receipts.
  • Answered telephone to take messages or redirect calls to appropriate colleagues
  • Collected and verified accuracy of various payments and deposits.

Business Owner

Skye's the Limit LLC
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Damage Claims
  • Credit and Collections
  • Delinquent Account
  • Notification
  • Created new processes and systems for increasing customer service satisfaction
  • Prepared PowerPoint slides for department head meetings.
  • Reviewed files and records to respond to employee or customer requests.
  • Preserved files and records to keep up-to-date and easily accessible.
  • Entered invoices and calculated and submitted vendor checks for processing
  • Completed work schedules by managing calendars and arranging appointments
  • Reviewed and updated client correspondence files and scheduling database.
  • Assisted internal and external customers, independently handling numerous clerical tasks
  • Researched industry trends to identify emerging training and development resources
  • Adapted training styles to enhance training experiences on individualized levels for team members
  • Developed employee onboarding processes to streamline procedures.
  • Monitored and documented personnel files and certifications.
  • Maintained records for tools and equipment in use during training.
  • Monitored team members progress and completed training reviews.
  • Drafted performance reports to inform senior management of training progress and onboarding status
  • Assigned tasks to crew members based on skill and experience.
  • Developed, upgraded and revised computer-based training tools with technical team
  • Implemented and managed training materials related to company-specific products, services and standards
  • Trained crew members on specific customer deliverables, company standards and documentation
  • Collaborated with internal teams to evaluate training programs, identify gaps and drive improvements
  • Communicated with team, customers and vendors to resolve disputes.
  • Contacted existing and prospective clients to increase new and repeat business
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities to facilitate business operations.
  • Outlined new business goals, objectives and action plans to fuel improvement
  • Work Planning and
  • Prioritization
  • Customer Relationship
  • Management
  • Time Management
  • Collection Agency for accounts charged off
  • Cross Trained: Service
  • Planner, Linemen, Manger
  • Project Coornidator
  • Database Entry
  • Spreadsheet Development
  • Database Management
  • Developing Customer
  • Relationships
  • Relationship-Building Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Devised social media plans to drive digital marketing.
  • Established clear expectations and objectives for team members and helped each achieve goals
  • Built strong, resilient team by identifying and onboarding highly qualified candidates for key positions
  • Prepared team schedules with focus on maintaining optimal employee coverage for business needs
  • Planned layouts for optimum workflows and business results.
  • Managed customer experiences with close eye on team interactions, touchpoints and methods of engagement
  • Helped team members tackle daily workloads with confidence through empowered training and motivational strategies
  • Supervised administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties.
  • Built great rapport with vendors, resulting in growing partnerships and generating business
  • Recruited, hired and trained personnel, monitoring performance to assess need for merit or discipline
  • Checked business accounting records regularly to identify and resolve problems
  • Established and maintained business relationships with local suppliers to boost business
  • Reviewed financial statements and activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement
  • Conducted periodic performance reviews to assess employee performance.

Senior Customer Service Representative & Call Center

Central Louisiana Electric Company
08.2007 - 03.2021
  • Restored satisfaction and loyalty in customers with serious concerns by using expert communication skills and smoothly resolving various problems
  • Prevented future errors by logging calls with complete documentation of employee actions
  • Defined problems and draw valid conclusions to build effective solutions for customers and staff
  • Handled escalated customer issues on behalf of 5customer service team members
  • Maintained service quality standards by monitoring and mentoring customer service staff
  • Trained junior employees in customer service practices and performance strategies
  • Supported strategies to continuously improve customer service by documenting inquiry resolutions in case management system
  • Taught customer service team members how to effectively promote products with strong upselling and cross-selling techniques
  • Handled orders on assigned accounts, including setting up new orders and coordinating services
  • Managed high volume of calls through effective time management and call control skills
  • Improved team performance with effective training, mentoring and performance improvement strategies
  • Fielded inquiries via email and telephone to answer questions about payments, service concerns and product questions
  • Verified customer documentation and supporting information with skilled use of different databases and information sources
  • Resolved service issues by interfacing effectively with customers and providers to identify and address root causes
  • De-escalated conflicts using calm and professional approaches combined with advanced procedural knowledge
  • Delivered high-quality service to customers by following optimal procedures and implementing creative solutions
  • Followed up on customer calls, providing new information.
  • Helped train and coach new customer service representative teammates.
  • Documented transactions daily in CRM system and completed end-of-day processing requirements
  • Instilled calm in customers, managing escalations and transfers with utmost professionalism
  • Implemented new procedures to meet customer needs and deliver exceptional service
  • Forwarded calls to appropriate contact based on customer needs.
  • Processed orders and responded to order status inquiries using computer system
  • Met quality and service standards when responding to requests.
  • Handled high call volume to quickly answer inquiries, update accounts and resolve concerns
  • Prepared call logs and call reports for supervisor review.
  • Updated CRM system with call information and interaction details for future reference
  • Completed basic account updates to maintain current customer information
  • Uncovered caller needs using customer interaction models and scripts.
  • Researched to provide accurate and complete information.
  • Assisted customers with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Improved job knowledge with continuous training and expert use of available knowledge bases
  • Entered enrollment information in computer system for customer application creation
  • Built rapport with customers through actively listening to maximize opportunities.

Bookkeeping

Teche Bank & Trust
01.2005 - 11.2007
  • Resolved accounting discrepancies with critical thinking and thorough research
  • Entered financial data into company systems and databases.
  • Maintained inventory and ordered office supplies through vendors.
  • Supported accounts payable and receivable staff with invoicing, depositing and processing payments
  • Managed, maintained and prepared financial statements and reports.
  • Kept accurate records of revenue, expenditures and payments.
  • Issued receipts, invoices and billing statements.
  • Developed Excel spreadsheets to track data and streamline accounting processes
  • Updated and maintained general ledger information.
  • Reconciled bank accounts, expense accounts and unbudgeted expenditures.
  • Maintained vendor records and accounting histories, tracking purchases to reduce errors
  • Prevented fees and penalties through payment of obligations.
  • Classified, recorded and summarized data using journals, ledgers or computers
  • Recorded, stored and analyzed information using accounting software.
  • Minimized aging accounts by monitoring open balances and pursuing payments
  • Generated reports from auditing and bookkeeping activities.
  • Balanced and reconciled discrepancies in financial records.
  • Improved budgeting processes by collecting, compiling and forecasting data
  • Mapped orders to invoices for payment processing and accountability.
  • Converted financial records into different formats for digital and physical storage
  • Calculated financial amounts for different transactions and investments.
  • Compiled budgets from estimated revenue, expense and previous budget information
  • Checked and audited records for correctness.
  • Kept records current with regular transaction posting.
  • Revamped inventory management with targeted purchasing strategies.

Education

GED - Nursing

South Louisiana Community College
Saint Martinville, LA

education in Nursing LPN -

CCHT, CPR, AED - Hemodialysis & Basic Life Support -

Fresenius Medical Care
Lafayette, LA

Awarded Fresenius Medical Care CCHT,CPR & AED certification -

2023

Skills

  • Team Lead (Franklin
  • Customer Service Office)
  • BPEM Cases
  • Executing/ Confirming the
  • Process of a Contract at a
  • Premise
  • Manual Systems Down
  • Forms/ Manual Receipt Book
  • DOC / AMI Meters (Smart
  • Meters)
  • SAP transition/ cross
  • Trained: Permitting, Billing
  • Customer Systems
  • SAP transition
  • Worked:Credit Department
  • Lineman's Enroute, Service
  • Planners, Customer Service
  • Offices,Rev Protection, Risk
  • Management, Right Of
  • Way,Command Center
  • Clarification Cases for Job
  • Orders that need inspection
  • Or
  • Construction work/
  • Contractor Crews
  • Status of Orders on a
  • Premise with a DLCU
  • Creating Orders
  • DLCU researching the
  • Premise, Contract, or
  • Technical Data
  • Setting up Installment
  • Plans, Credit Extensions
  • And Resetting My Accounts/
  • Bank draft /Credit Ext
  • Installment Plans/ AdjLate
  • Payment
  • Charges/AdjConnect
  • Charges/Customer Problem
  • Charge/Tampering
  • Charges/Reconnect
  • Charge/Return Fee Adj
  • CIS, MAINFRAME, CORS
  • SAP (Germany System)
  • LEGACY SYSTEMS
  • ISU, CRM ( T-CODES)
  • FIORI
  • SAP CASH DESK, Contact
  • Center
  • Diversified, Workday
  • Sharepoint, Microsoft
  • Powerpoint, Word, Excel
  • Customer Service Senior
  • Test
  • IT TICKETS(Creating-
  • Status)
  • KUBRA/PAYMENT
  • CENTERS, My Account
  • Cash Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Cash Handling
  • Word Processing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical Thinking
  • Verbal and Writing Communication
  • Billing and Invoicing
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Quality Management
  • Handling Payments
  • File and Database Management
  • Copying and Scanning
  • Balance Reconciliations
  • Team Goals
  • Office Meetings
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • POS Transactions
  • Confidential Data Protection
  • Information Inputting
  • Security Procedures
  • Year-End Closings
  • Clerical Support
  • Office Operations
  • User Experience
  • Pulling Requests
  • Spreadsheet Development
  • Advanced Excel Spreadsheet Functions
  • Information Processing
  • Basic Bookkeeping
  • Microsoft Applications
  • Records Management Software
  • Claim Processing
  • Call Center Processes
  • Customer Service Process Improvement
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Billing and Payment Processing
  • SAP Implementation
  • Customer Billing
  • Customer Service and Assistance
  • Office Organization
  • Software Applications
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Customer Account Management
  • Performance Goals
  • Customer Loyalty
  • Productivity Standards
  • SAP Systems
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Claims Investigations
  • Invoice Collection
  • Billing Procedures
  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Call Volume Analysis
  • Training Programs
  • Corrective Action Plans
  • Database Maintenance
  • Handling Complaints
  • Daily Reports
  • Solving Customer Concerns
  • Project Requirements
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Coordinate Schedules
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Train Employees
  • Answering Questions
  • Quality Control Standards
  • Call Volume and Quality Metrics
  • Leadership and Change Management

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Utility Clerk

City of St. Martinville
08.2022 - 03.2023

Business Owner

Skye's the Limit LLC
01.2021 - 06.2022

Senior Customer Service Representative & Call Center

Central Louisiana Electric Company
08.2007 - 03.2021

Bookkeeping

Teche Bank & Trust
01.2005 - 11.2007

GED - Nursing

South Louisiana Community College

education in Nursing LPN -

CCHT, CPR, AED - Hemodialysis & Basic Life Support -

Fresenius Medical Care

Awarded Fresenius Medical Care CCHT,CPR & AED certification -

DALE THERIOTSenior Customer Service Representative