**Experienced Customer Support Associate – West Coast**

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and making a lasting impact on people's lives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are ever the same? If so, we invite you to join the Customer Operations team at blithequark as a Customer Support Associate on the West Coast. At blithequark, we empower users to give voice to their ideas and make it easy for them when they need help. Our team runs 24/7, with about 400 people between New York, Dublin, Portland, and a remote workforce. As a Customer Support Associate, you will be on the front lines working with our customers every single day to ensure that issues with their account are resolved in a timely manner. You will leverage your system knowledge and commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience to not only solve problems for our users but also be a positive advocate of our brand. **Your Journey with Us** Your first two weeks at blithequark will include mandatory virtual training from September 08 - September 19, taking place in the Pacific Timezone. This comprehensive onboarding program will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in your role. As a remote employee, you must currently live in the following states to apply: Arizona, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico, Oregon, or Washington. **Key Responsibilities** As a Customer Support Associate, you will: * Respond to customer-submitted live chats and email in a timely manner * Queue-based, typing work will account for approximately 90% of the role * Live Chat is our primary channel of support in this role * Troubleshoot and guide customers through questions and issues with their Account, Billing, Domain, or other transactional inquiries * Independently meet targets across Quality, Productivity, and Customer Satisfaction, in email and live chat * Stay up to date on new product features and improvements * Identify isolated customer experiences and escalate important issues **Who We're Looking For** We're seeking individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and have: * Open availability to work a 40-hour work week that spans weekends and holidays as our customers need us * 1+ years of customer-facing experience required in a similar role (retail, hospitality, online support) * Expertise with written communication and the ability to spot spelling and grammar errors * Proficiency with decoding conversations, identifying the cause, and aligning on end goals * Capability of prioritizing competing requests * Familiarity with the blithequark platform * Consistent and dependable WiFi and a personal workspace that allows you to be free from distraction and fully customer-focused * Currently live in: Arizona, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico, Oregon, or Washington **Benefits & Perks** At blithequark, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: * A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums * Health Savings Account with blithequark funding * Fertility and adoption benefits * Supplemental Insurance plans * Headspace mindfulness app subscription * Global Employee Assistance Program * Retirement benefits with employer match * Flexible paid time off * 20 weeks for parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member * $100 per month remote stipend * Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage * Education reimbursement * Employee donation match to community organizations * 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) **Cash Compensation Range: $17.55 USD per hour** The hourly rate for this position will vary based on job-related criteria, including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors. Some roles may be eligible for overtime pay. **About blithequark** blithequark is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. **Our Commitment** Today, more than a million people around the globe use blithequark to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At blithequark, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. **Join Our Team** If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and making a lasting impact on people's lives, we invite you to join our team as a Customer Support Associate on the West Coast. Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting career with blithequark.