Experienced Customer Service Representative – Remote Home-Based Position with Blithequark
Are you ready to embark on a journey of growth, learning, and self-discovery, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others? Join the Blithequark family, and you'll have the opportunity to explore a world of possibilities, both in and out of the workplace. As you soar to new heights, you'll tackle challenges with agility and ease, acquiring new skills and propelling your career forward while having a blast. Come and enhance both your personal and professional life, and get ready to take off!Why You'll LoveThis JobAs a Customer Service Representative at Blithequark, you'll collaborate with clients in a considerate, professional, courteous, and expert manner. You'll be the face of our company, providing top-notch service that exceeds expectations and builds lasting relationships. What You'll DoHere are the key responsibilities of the job, which may be subject to change as the company evolves:* Issue, reissue, and refund traveler tickets* Book, ticket, and confirm flight reservations* Rebook travelers on oversold flights and during irregular operations* Perform traveler check-in and boarding tasks (excluding curbside), correct oversold seat assignments, and issue upgrades* Issue vouchers and coordinate with project workers for traveler hotel facilities, meals, and transportation; coordinate refuel and refresh* Perform traveler loading, including ticket lift and ticket lift/check* Work gate reader/scanner and related tasks to include pre-boarding, observing/checking carry-on items and departure line models* Work jetways/bridges for the purpose of boarding and deplaning travelers* Make boarding and departure gate announcements* Convey domestic/international flight records* Perform traveler service flight close-out procedures* Accept, check, and label travelers' baggage at destination points, full-service ticket counters, and premium ticket counters* Maintain a schedule of flight boarding process* Perform customer service hands-on training* Process and complete credit card baggage exchanges at stands in the ticket counter area and activation stations* Assist travelers with self-service kiosk check-in and baggage handling at ticket counters* Man the lines at ticket counter stands and ticket counters* Clear/confirm international records at booths in the ticket counter area and activation stations* Accept and activate travelers' self-labeled bags at activation stations* Assist clients requiring special assistance or in-station; assist boarding, deplaning, and shipping non-ambulatory travelers, special assistance travelers, or unaccompanied minors* Perform customer service work related to handling regional flights and contractor/ground handling arrangements or agreements* Have regular and predictable attendance on site, including fulfilling any obligatory overtime requirements* Answer and assist during security and emergency situations* Provide interfacing traveler door information* Provide quality customer service in a professional manner and according to Blithequark's policies* Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance guidelines* Complete task-related stages of training* Comply with applicable laws (e.g.DOT, FAA, TSA)* Utilize various internal resources/frameworks including during customer interactions* Wear uniform as required by company policySensible accommodations may be made for qualifying individuals with disabilities.Depending on your airport size, you may also perform the following:* Perform Traveler Activity Control capabilities including air to ground communication along with Peak capabilities* Help international travelers through customs/migration, including baggage re-check* Convey tickets, international flight reports, and customs/migration formsAll You'll Need for Success* MinimumQualifications:+ Education: Bachelor's degree+ Language skills: Bilingual language abilities required in certain areas+ Relevant driver's license as required by local authorities+ Must meet FAA criminal history verifications to qualify for unescorted access badges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable+ Must be able to obtain proper airport power and US Customs security identification, if applicable+ Completion of a pre-employment drug screen, comprehensive background check, or fingerprinting to meet company and security requirements+ Must be eligible to work in the U.S.* PreferredQualifications:+ Training and previous professional experience+ Working knowledge of Sabre or other Traveler Service Systems+ Past face-to-face customer service experienceWhat You'll GetJoin the Blithequark family and enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:* Medical benefits: On the very first day, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits to help you stay healthy. And that's just the beginning – we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts, and more.* Health programs: We believe you should be your best self – that's why our health programs provide you with the right tools, resources, and support you need. * 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, manager contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year. * Extra benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, travel, and more. Be Yourself at BlithequarkFrom the colleagues we recruit to the clients we serve, diversity and inclusion are the foundation of the unique workforce at Blithequark.Our 20+ Representative Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our colleagues to our clients, vendors, networks, and investors, helping colleagues reach their full potential and creating a comprehensive workplace to address and surpass the challenges of our diverse world. Are you ready to feel a huge sense of satisfaction and fulfillment as you do your part to keep the largest carrier in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Join the Blithequark family and be yourself!