**Experienced Customer Service Representative – Work From Home Opportunity with Blithequark**
Are you ready to embark on a journey of growth, learning, and self-discovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that values diversity, inclusion, and excellence? Look no further than Blithequark, where we're passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and creating a workplace that's as unique as you are.
**Why You'll Love This Role**
As a Customer Service Representative at Blithequark, you'll have the opportunity to work from home and make a real difference in the lives of our customers. You'll be the face of our brand, providing top-notch support and resolving issues with empathy, professionalism, and a smile. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us exceed their expectations.
**Key Responsibilities**
As a Customer Service Representative, you'll be responsible for:
* Handling customer inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
* Providing accurate and helpful information to customers via phone, email, or chat
* Escalating complex issues to senior team members or management as needed
* Maintaining a high level of product knowledge and staying up-to-date on company policies and procedures
* Collaborating with internal teams to resolve customer issues and improve overall customer experience
* Participating in ongoing training and development to enhance skills and knowledge
* Meeting and exceeding performance metrics and quality standards
* Adhering to Blithequark's policies, procedures, and values
**What You'll Do**
Some of the specific tasks you'll perform as a Customer Service Representative include:
* Issuing, reissuing, and refunding traveler tickets
* Booking, ticketing, and confirming flight reservations
* Rebooking travelers on oversold flights and during irregular operations
* Performing traveler check-in and front seat tasks (excluding curbside)
* Correcting oversold seat tasks and issuing updates
* Issuing vouchers or coordinating with vendors for traveler hotel facilities, meals, and transportation
* Coordinating refuel and revitalize services
* Performing traveler loading, including ticket lift or ticket lift/confirmation
* Operating door readers/scanners and related duties, including pre-boarding, observing/checking carry-on items, and departure line models
* Operating jetways/spans for boarding and deplaning travelers
* Making boarding and flight door announcements
* Conveying domestic/international flight records
* Performing traveler service flight close-out systems
* Accepting, checking, and labeling travelers' baggage at destination points, full-service ticket counters, and premium ticket counters
* Maintaining a schedule of flight loading process
* Performing customer service hands-on training
* Processing and completing visa-related transactions at stands in the ticket counter area and activation stations
* Helping travelers with self-service kiosk registration and booth items handling at ticket counters
* Managing lines at ticket counter stands and ticket counters
* Clearing/confirming international reports at booths in the ticket counter area and activation stations
* Accepting and initiating travelers' self-labeled bags at activation stations
* Helping clients requiring special assistance or in-station; assisting boarding, deplaning, and shipping non-ambulatory travelers, special assistance travelers, or unaccompanied minors
* Performing customer service work related to handling regional flights and project worker/ground handling arrangements or agreements
* Having regular and predictable attendance on site, including fulfilling any mandatory overtime requirements
* Answering and assisting during security and crisis situations
* Providing connecting travelers with gate information
* Providing quality customer service in a professional manner and according to Blithequark's standards
**What You'll Get**
As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits and perks, including:
* Competitive hourly rate of $35/hour
* Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
* 401(k) program with company match
* Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
* Paid time off and holidays
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
* A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity and inclusion
**What We're Looking For**
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
* A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
* Bilingual language skills in certain areas
* A valid driver's license as required by local authorities
* Ability to pass FAA background checks to qualify for unescorted access to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
* Ability to obtain proper airport power or US Customs security identifications, if relevant
* Completion of a pre-employment drug screen, extensive background check, or fingerprinting to meet company and security requirements
* Ability to work in the U.S.
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Previous customer service experience, preferably in a high-volume environment
* Working knowledge of Sabre or other travel service systems
* Experience working in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications
**How to Apply**
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and want to join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please visit our website at [insert link] to learn more about our company culture and values.
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