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Gail Richardson

Tampa,FL

Summary

Accomplished Business Dispatch and Translation Specialist with a proven track record at Verizon, enhancing customer satisfaction through expert problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution. Skilled in data analysis and customer relations, adept at fostering inter-departmental relationships and implementing quality assurance measures to achieve significant service improvements.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Dispatch and Translation Specialist

Verizon
09.1998 - 10.2023
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Developed strong inter-departmental relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
  • Maintained timesheets and payroll.
  • Deployment of Technicians for customer reported trouble issues and new service installation for commercial and residential customers nationwide covering the Verizon footprint

Air Pressure Control Technician

GTE
10.1997 - 09.1998
  • Monitored through testing and diagnostics the cable quality for telephone service maintenance
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Regulated the deployment of technicians to handle physical network malfunctions and trouble issues.
  • Addressed routine equipment maintenance according to established schedule.
  • Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, resulting in long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.

Customer Contact Representative

GTE
01.1995 - 10.1997

· Assisted customers with inquiries and technical issues involving phone lines and telephone systems in a professional manner.

· Employed troubleshooting techniques with customers to resolve repair issues.

· Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.

· Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.

· Utilized an Automatic Call Distribution (ACD) system to contact and route calls to appropriate personnel and/or departments.

· Contacted customers regarding account updates and potential problems in a effort resolve issues and maintain open lines of communication.

Repair Answer Center Clerk

GTE
04.1986 - 01.1995

· Provided customer service by answering questions, resolving complaints, and addressing concerns.

· Communicated with customers to answer billing inquiries and processing orders for telephone service as a single point of contact agent.

· Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.

· Monitored customer accounts to identify changes or discrepancies.

· Developed relationships with customers to increase loyalty and satisfaction levels.

· Worked collaboratively with other departments to resolve complex issues quickly and efficiently.

· Researched potential solutions when necessary, before responding to customers.

· Followed confidentiality rules to preserve data quality and reduce potential information compromise following company Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI) protocols.

Education

No Degree - Certificate of Completion For Data Entry

Tampa College
Tampa, FL
04.1986

High School Diploma -

Leto Comprehensive High School
Tampa, FL
06.1983

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Expert Problem Solving
  • Documentation Management
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Issue Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Quality Assurance

Additional Information

Destiny Quality Care Volunteer working with adults with Autism.

Leader and Founder of the Women of Destiny Book Club.

Timeline

Business Dispatch and Translation Specialist

Verizon
09.1998 - 10.2023

Air Pressure Control Technician

GTE
10.1997 - 09.1998

Customer Contact Representative

GTE
01.1995 - 10.1997

Repair Answer Center Clerk

GTE
04.1986 - 01.1995

No Degree - Certificate of Completion For Data Entry

Tampa College

High School Diploma -

Leto Comprehensive High School
Gail Richardson