Customer Care Specialist I

The Customer Care Specialist I serves as a frontline contact for customers through multiple communication channels. They establish and maintain positive customer relationships by addressing inquiries related to products, services, and account needs. Their responsibilities include handling routine customer care tasks with guidance, including responding to customer requests, tracking and documenting issues, troubleshooting basic problems, escalating when needed, coordinating with other teams, and using basic computer and communication skills. While capable of managing routine matters independently, they escalate complex or recurring issues to appropriate resources. The Customer Care Specialist I delivers quality customer service and contributes to overall customer satisfaction.
PRIMARY DUTIES/KEY RESPONSIBILITES

• Receive and respond to customer requests through various channels (e.g. phone, email, chat, and ticketing systems).

• Listen actively to customers and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.

• Troubleshoot and resolve standard technical and account-related issues.

• Escalate complex issues to appropriate internal teams or specialists.

• Document customer interactions, issues, and resolutions in company systems.

• Follow security protocols when accessing customer information.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely issue resolution.

• Support customer education and training as needed.

• Maintain customer relationships through quality service delivery.

• Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Experience & Specialized Knowledge and skills

• High School Diploma/GED and generally less than 2 years of experience in related field.

• Schedule - must have flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays as required.

• Multi-task and prioritize required. Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks at a time.

• Understand foundational levels of computers and technology, internet, email.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills, particularly in a phone or email context.

• Experience working in a contact center metrics driven environment.

• Strong communication skills and basic computer knowledge.

• Ability to operate under tight pressure.

• Experience working in the automotive industry.

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills preferred.

USD 16.59 - 24.86 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly pay rate is in the range of $16.59 - $24.86/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
EOE, including disability/vets