Technical Customer Care Specialist II (Autotrader)

Cox Automotive is looking for customer-focused problem solvers to join the Customer Operations team! As a Technical Customer Care Specialist II, you will be the voice of Autotrader, providing concierge-level customer service for our clients. You should be tech savvy, adapt easily to change, and love making good things happen for other people. You will need a strong desire to learn and be able to leverage your knowledge of products, processes, and technology as a curious investigator, a strong communicator, and a champion for the experience of our clients.
This is a remote, work from home opportunity .
Must be able to work any shift during business hours, The hours of operation are 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM EST and Saturdays 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST. Hours will be determined based on business need.
This is a REMOTE role that is LOCATION SPECIFIC: The individual can work remotely but needs to be near any of the 4 listed locations and the successful candidate must live within 25 miles of their selected location.
Kansas
5700 Broadmoor St # 600
Mission, KS 66202
Vermont
1 Howard St
Burlington, VT 05401
Utah
3693 S 200 W Suite 600
Draper UT 84020
Georgia
6305 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Bldg. B
Atlanta, GA 30328
Responsibilities:

• Problem Resolution: As a Technical Customer Care Agent, you will need to be a great listener as you work to troubleshoot and understand issues. You will work to resolve issues upon initial contact (i.e., "first call resolution") and prevent future issues whenever possible by educating our Clients and reviewing their accounts. You will oversee all problems to resolution, even when delegated to other teams.
• Effective Communication: You will provide engaging, responsive, and timely telephone, email, and chat support to clients and other internal team members. You will be the point of contact for the customers as you keep them informed of the status of open issues while actively working to troubleshoot and resolve them. You will play a role in retention as you communicate collaboratively about any issues.
• AutoTrader.com Knowledge: Technical Customer Care agents must maintain a strong understanding of the products and services of both AutoTrader and Kelley Blue Book. Adhere to all policies, procedures, and guidelines. Understand the organization (departments, personnel, and their responsibilities). Develop or improve knowledge of internal systems.
• Providing 5-STAR Service: As a Technical Customer Care agent, you will need to be flexible as you adjust to changing duties and responsibilities as the department and the company evolve. Additional projects, assignments, or responsibilities may be assigned to assist the department/company in meeting their objectives and providing the 5-STAR Service to our Clients.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field.
• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and up to 1 year of experience;
• OR 5 years' experience in a related field
• Strong computer skills, especially proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and other Internet-based tools.
• Strong understanding of business operations (spreadsheets, trends, data
• Demonstrated ability to adapt in a changing environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including until 8 PM EST, overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proven record of multi-tasking and prioritizing competing demands
• Experience working in a contact center metrics-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and basic computer knowledge
• Ability to operate under tight pressure.
• Able to work independently and as a team to deliver on individual and business goals
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Preferred-

• Customer Service-related field
• Basic Computer literacy (History with Microsoft suite, CRM's Salesforce)
• Navigate organization platforms and navigate multiple screens
• Successfully able to navigate competing priorities
• De-escalation, active listener
• Detail-oriented (information gathering, efficiently able to resolve customer issues
• Adaptable
• Displays strong dependability and reliability
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• CRM case logging/Salesforce experience

USD 19.57 - 29.38 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly base pay rate is $19.57 - $29.38/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.