Customer Care Specialist I (8-5

Hourly, Non-Exempt, Starting at $18 / hour About the Role

The Customer Care Specialist I serves as a key point of contact for Tire Rack customers by delivering exceptional service through phone, email, and chat communications. This role is responsible for providing accurate information regarding products, orders, policies, and procedures while resolving customer concerns in a professional and timely manner.

The ideal candidate is customer-focused, detail-oriented, and committed to creating a positive customer experience. This position requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

At Tire Rack, we are committed to delivering peace of mind to our customers through expertise, responsiveness, and outstanding service.

• Respond to incoming customer calls, emails, and chat inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Provide accurate information regarding products, orders, policies, and procedures.
• Handle customer service experience calls and follow-up communications.
• Document customer interactions thoroughly and accurately within the AS400 system.

• Resolve routine customer service concerns while maintaining a positive customer experience.
• Process replacement orders, returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Escalate complex issues when appropriate to ensure prompt resolution.
• Process and release basic e-commerce order follow-up requests.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure seamless customer support and issue resolution.
• Support other teams and departments as business needs require.
• Contribute to overall customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

• Maintain a strong customer-first mindset in all interactions.
• Learn and adapt to evolving processes, systems, and technologies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

At Tire Rack, you'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences while supporting one of the most trusted names in the automotive industry. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our customers every day.

If you’re passionate about helping customers, solving problems, and providing outstanding service, we’d love to hear from you.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience, preferably in a call center, retail, or e-commerce environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to delivering positive experiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective active listening, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to quickly learn new processes, systems, and software applications.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.

• Workdays:
  Monday through Friday
• Occasional Saturdays and Sundays may be required based on business needs.
• Additional hours may be required as business needs dictate.

• paid vacation days and holidays
• comprehensive health insurance
• optional 401(k) plan
• employee wellness program

This brief summary of benefits is a guideline only and is subject to change at any time. For complete details, please contact Human Resources.

• You will accrue PTO on the last day of each month, for a total of sixteen (16) days per calendar year. Additional days are earned after four years of full-time service per the policy outlined in our employee handbook (maximum 26 days).
• You will receive one (1) business day of regular pay for each holiday for which the company closes. The company currently closes for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

• You will be eligible for health insurance coverage on the first day following the completion of your…