As the initial contact for customer support, the Tier 1 representative provides both remote assistance to all Union venues, as well as limited onsite support for local venues. This includes answering queries about product features and usage via phone, email, SMS, Slack, and live chat, as well as resolving basic technical issues for your local venues. For more complex problems, the representative will escalate to senior teams while keeping customers and Union records updated. Other responsibilities include logging interactions in the CRM, collaborating with peers to improve support processes, and engaging in ongoing training. The representative will work to achieve customer support goals and SLAs while providing a professional and positive customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for customer support inquiries via phone, email, SMS, Slack, live chat, etc.
• Provide prompt and accurate responses to questions about product features, usage, and troubleshooting simple issues, both remote and onsite.
• Perform basic onsite technical tasks such as replacing card readers, swapping out printers, and other similar actions as needed.
• Escalate complex issues to higher-level support teams while maintaining clear communication with customers.
• Log all customer interactions in the CRM system, ensuring accurate data collection.
• Collaborate with team members to share insights and improve the overall support process.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay updated on product changes and support techniques.
• Meet or exceed customer support metrics and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Foster a positive customer experience with a professional and empathetic approach.

Preferred Experience

• A background with 1-2 years in customer support roles.
• A year of hands-on experience with CRM, group chat, and network management tools.
• Outstanding problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in conflict resolution.
• A proactive mindset focused on task completion, continuous improvement, and a dedication to the service sector.
• Additional credit given for expertise in service industry practices, POS system networking, Apple hardware proficiency, and a talent for identifying process enhancements.

Requirements

• Availability to work during weekends, evenings/nights, and on holidays.
• Excellent skills in organization, communication, and interpersonal relations.
• Self-driven with the ability to work both autonomously and with little oversight.
• A private/quiet space (home office type setup) equipped with high-speed internet.
• The capacity to be flexible and adapt to Union's evolving requirements.
• A meticulous attention to detail coupled with a robust problem-solving drive.
• A comprehensive understanding and demonstration of premium, white-glove customer service standards.
• Reliable vehicle for transportation to local customer sites.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Compensation

• Base compensation commensurate with experience and cost of living
• Incentive compensation based on performance
• Mileage and expense reimbursement per company policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• Under 1 year

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Hybrid work

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98103