About the role
Company Overview:
Empower is a fast-growing startup that is on a mission to transform the gig economy, so that hard-working drivers can earn a sustainable living. If you want to be an integral member of a team that is disrupting Uber and cares about making a difference for gig economy workers, then we’d like to hear from you.
Role Overview:
Empower is hiring Customer Support Associates. Customer Support Associates at Empower are responsible for addressing and solving driver and rider issues on the Empower platform in a timely manner that drives customer satisfaction.
This is a remote, work-from-home position from anywhere in the United States.
Detailed Responsibilities:
* Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Empower platform, including both the driver and rider mobile applications
* Ensure timely correspondence with customers via phone and email
* Identify customer needs and address their problems with a positive attitude
* Escalate issues and trends that require broader attention
* Prepare and present product/service recommendations that will decrease the volume of customer issues in the future
Candidate Requirements:
* 1 year of customer support experience
* Detail-oriented, high-energy, driven problem-solver with an exceptional work ethic and a desire to be part of a team disrupting the status quo
* Polished written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
* Proficiency in CRM software and ticketing systems such as Zendesk
* Team-first mentality and a professional attitude
* Flexible schedule, requiring weekend shifts
* You exhibit patience when handling tough situations
* You take a startup (all-hands-on-deck), “I bust my butt because I love it” approach
Preferred Experience:
* Experience in a customer support role or call center environment
* Experience at a startup or in a similarly intense environment
* Familiarity with for-hire transportation industry and gig economy
What Do We Offer?
* Competitive compensation $20-$23/hr + equity + performance-based bonus
* Competitive benefits package
* Being part of a great team to better the lives of gig workers
* Work from home
Successful applicants will need to complete a background check.
At this time, we are not accepting submissions from external recruiters.
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