Location: Remote
Location Status: Work will be primarily performed remotely from home office 5 days per week. Employee may be required to utilize personal phone and internet services to perform telecommuting with reimbursement according to Race\'s telecommuting policy. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or off-site locations may be required.
Race Communications is only accepting remote candidates who reside in the following states: California,
Colorado, Florida, Missouri, Nevada, Oregon, Indiana and Illinois. If you do not reside in one of these
states, you are not eligible for remote employment.
100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Benefits
Free Fiber Internet Service
Comp: $26 to $30 per hour
5 Days/8 Hours
Who We Are:
We\'re more than a fiber internet provider, we\'re your neighbors, committed to connecting California communities since 1994. At Race, relationships matter as much as speed. We combine cutting-edge technology with a genuine, people-first approach that makes every interaction feel personal. Our team operates like family: collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to making a real difference. When you join Race, you\'re not just accepting a job, you\'re becoming part of a team that values integrity, celebrates wins together and believes that meaningful work happens when great people connect with great purpose.
Position Impact:
The Assistant Customer Support Manager is a proactive, customer-focused professional who supports the daily operations and effectiveness of the customer support function. Working closely with the Customer Support Manager, this role helps ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery, strong team performance, and timely resolution of complex customer issues. Serving as a key escalation resource, the Assistant Customer Support Manager provides hands-on guidance to support staff, helps optimize workflows, and contributes to continuous process improvements. This role plays a critical part in strengthening customer relationships by addressing concerns with a retention-focused mindset, identifying risks to customer satisfaction, and supporting initiatives that drive loyalty and long-term engagement. By reinforcing best practices, supporting escalations, and contributing to retention strategies, the Assistant Customer Support Manager helps enhance customer satisfaction, reduce churn, and deliver a seamless, high-quality customer experience.
Qualifications and Experience:
โข\tEligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
โข\tMinimum of 18 years of age
โข\tHigh School Diploma or GED required
โข\tBachelorโs degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent education in a related field is preferred
โข\tMinimum of 3โ5 years of experience in customer support service within the telecommunications industry preferred
โข\tDemonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a support environment preferred
โข\tStrong understanding of customer service processes, technical troubleshooting, and industry best practices
โข\tProficiency in customer relationship management (CRM) software
โข\tAbility to manage competing priorities and support a fast-paced technical environment
โข\tAbility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to ensure operational continuity and address critical business needs
โข\tAbility to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as necessary for effective job performance and workplace communication
โข\tProficiency in Spanish Language a plus
Skills:
โข\tProficient use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applications
โข\tFunctional use of common office equipment, computers, and office software
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Support
โข\tAssist in leading and supporting a team of customer support representatives through coaching, mentorship, and daily guidance
โข\tReinforce performance expectations, service standards, and departmental goals set by management
โข\tProvide real-time support and feedback to team members, helping address performance challenges and customer scenarios
โข\tPromote a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused team environment
Training & Development
โข\tSupport the development and delivery of training programs to enhance customer service skills, product knowledge, and system proficiency
โข\tAssist with onboarding new hires and ongoing coaching initiatives
โข\tEncourage knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team
โข\tStay current on products, services, policies, and customer support best practices
Customer Service & Escalation Support
โข\tAct as a secondary escalation point for complex customer concerns, account issues, and service-related inquiries
โข\tAssist in resolving escalated tickets, ensuring timely, professional, and satisfactory outcomes
โข\tMonitor customer interactions to ensure service quality, consistency, and adherence to standards
โข\tSupport customer retention efforts by addressing at-risk customers and reinforcing service value
Customer Support Operations
โข\tSupport daily customer support operations, including ticket queue monitoring and workflow coordination
โข\tHelp ensure proper workload distribution and coverage to meet service level targets and response times
โข\tAssist in managing workflows related to customer inquiries, account updates, billing questions, and service requests
โข\tStep in as needed to handle customer interactions during high-volume periods
Process Improvement & Implementation
โข\tIdentify opportunities to improve customer support processes and overall service efficiency
โข\tSupport the implementation of new tools, workflows, and customer experience initiatives
โข\tAssist in addressing workflow bottlenecks to improve response times and resolution effectiveness
Cross-Department Collaboration
โข\tWork with Billing, Sales, Field Operations, and other internal teams to support issue resolution and service delivery
โข\tAssist in communicating recurring customer concerns and contributing to long-term solutions
โข\tSupport cross-functional initiatives that enhance the overall customer experience
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
โข\tAssist in tracking and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) such as response times, resolution times, and customer satisfaction
โข\tHelp monitor team performance and identify trends impacting service quality and customer retention
โข\tSupport reporting efforts for leadership on team performance and operational improvements
Compliance & Documentation
โข\tEnsure adherence to company policies, procedures, and customer support standards
โข\tSupport accurate documentation of customer interactions, processes, and resolutions
โข\tHelp maintain and update knowledge base content and internal documentation
Issue Resolution and Relationship Management:
โข\tAssist in managing escalated customer concerns, ensuring prompt, professional, and empathetic resolution
โข\tSupport as a point of contact for high-impact customer issues, helping coordinate communication and follow-through
โข\tIdentify at-risk customers and support retention efforts to improve customer satisfaction and reduce churn
โข\tPartner with customers and internal teams to proactively resolve concerns, reinforce service value, and strengthen long-term relationships
Additional duties as required.
Why Join Our Team:
- Join a tight-knit crewโno faceless corporation vibes here
- Growth potential: promotions and new challenges are part of our DNA
- Competitive base salary
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance (starting the 1st of the month following your start date), PTO (vacation, sick), 11 paid holidays, paid birthdays, 401k matching (4%)
- Free fiber internet service for all employees living in our service area
- A culture built on integrity, mutual respect, and a shared purpose
Call to Action:
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