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Full-Time

Trip Coordinator

Posted on 6/27/2024

Zūm

Zūm

201-500 employees

Technology-driven school transportation service

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$65k - $70kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Commissions

Mid, Senior

Kansas City, MO, USA

Requires onsite presence in Kansas City, Missouri.

Category
Customer Experience
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Required Skills
Communications
Customer Service
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • High school Diploma or equivalent required; completion of college level courses preferred
  • 3-5 years’ experience in customer service environment required
  • Strong customer service skills required
  • Solid data entry skills required
  • Proficient use of computers required; Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc
  • One or more years of driving experience on field trips preferred
  • Strong verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette skills; ability to respond and present professionally to callers and customers
  • Highly organized and able to work with minimal supervision
Responsibilities
  • Take field trip or Charter business orders through the electronic mail system or over the phone
  • Provide accurate pricing information to customers
  • Enter and record trips into company’s database system
  • Determine map routes, assign driver coverage and provide trip details to Drivers and Dispatchers
  • Generate trip reports as needed for Location management or others
  • Communicate with customers, invoice trips and track payments
  • Complete Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll tasks related to Charter and field trips
  • Perform general office duties including writing letters, generating reports, drafting pay-memos, copying, filing, faxing, etc.
  • Encourage compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Perform various administrative tasks
  • Other duties as assigned

Zūm provides a transportation solution specifically designed for school children, focusing on efficiency and environmental sustainability. The service includes a fleet of vehicles, with electric options available, to minimize carbon emissions. Zūm's platform utilizes analytics to optimize operations, featuring an app that allows parents, drivers, and schools to track the location of buses and students in real-time. This enhances safety and provides transparency, while also saving time and costs for both schools and parents. The platform offers tools for fleet and staffing management, optimized routing to avoid traffic, and personalized instructions for student care. Zūm differentiates itself from competitors through its commitment to safety, transparency, and sustainability, aiming to improve the overall school transportation experience.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$201M

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

60%

2 year growth

124%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zum's rapid expansion and multiple five-year contracts with school districts indicate strong growth potential and job security.
  • The company's commitment to sustainability and innovation, highlighted by a $32 million EPA grant, positions it as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
  • Competitive wages, modern benefits, and advanced training programs make Zum an attractive employer for drivers and staff.

What critics are saying

  • The need to continuously hire and train a large number of drivers could strain resources and impact service quality.
  • Dependence on school district contracts means that losing a major contract could significantly affect revenue and growth.

What makes Zūm unique

  • Zum's use of electric vehicles and vehicle-to-grid technology sets it apart as a leader in sustainable school transportation.
  • The platform's real-time tracking and transparency features for parents, drivers, and schools enhance safety and operational efficiency, distinguishing Zum from traditional school bus services.
  • Zum's focus on advanced analytics and optimized routing provides significant cost and time savings, making it a more efficient option for school districts.

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Benefits

Competitive compensation, including cash and equity

Medical, dental and vision benefits, including paid membership to One Medical

Unlimited vacation policy

Free daily catered lunches + fully stocked kitchen at HQ

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