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Agero

Nationwide roadside assistance and vehicle management

Response Associate - Roadside Assistance, Customer Service Representative

Customer SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVirginia, USA$16.25 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of continuous customer-service experience; contact-center experience is ideal.
  • Pass a comprehensive criminal background screening covering 10 years for misdemeanors and a lifetime check for felonies.
  • Maintain a dedicated, quiet home office free from family, pet, or background noise and provide personal work equipment.
  • Use a personal desktop or laptop manufactured in 2021 or later; Chromebooks, Macs, and tablets are not allowed.
  • Use a supported version of Windows 11, specifically 24H2, 25H2, or newer.
  • Have an Intel or AMD processor with at least 2 cores and a minimum boosted/turbo speed of 3.5 GHz.
  • Have at least 8 GB RAM and 20 GB of free hard-drive space.
  • Have a working webcam and a high-quality USB-wired headset; dual monitors are optional.
  • Use Google Chrome version 23 or later, or Mozilla Firefox version 3 or later.
  • Use a secure, hard-wired high-speed internet connection directly connected to the router by Ethernet; Wi-Fi is not allowed.
  • Meet minimum internet speeds of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with latency up to 80–100 ms.
  • Have an active cell phone that can receive SMS messages and download security applications for mandatory two-step authentication.
  • Have administrator privileges on the personal computer to install required tools; work-issued devices owned by previous employers or schools are not acceptable.
  • Do not use MacBooks, iPads, iMacs, Chromebooks, Surface Pro/Go, Samsung Notebooks, or machines built before 2020.
  • Do not use mobile hotspots, Wi-Fi, satellite internet, or USB phone tethering.
  • Do not use active VPNs, privacy/proxy services, or hosted/virtual PC platforms.
  • Do not use Windows 10, older operating systems, or expired versions of Windows 11.
  • Be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; employer visa sponsorship is not available.
  • Be available for a full-time production schedule, including weekend availability and flexibility; most schedules include at least one weekend day and holiday coverage.
  • Attend all mandatory classroom training during the first two weeks; the training schedule cannot be modified.
  • Select a dedicated production schedule with set days off and commit to the schedule, which remains static for the first 90 days after training.

Responsibilities

  • Handle high-volume inbound calls by gathering location and vehicle-issue details and dispatching assistance to stranded motorists in real time.
  • Coordinate with external service providers to dispatch the appropriate assistance accurately and efficiently.
  • Use active listening and empathy to de-escalate and support frustrated or anxious customers during stressful situations.
  • Use multiple web-based systems and dispatch tools simultaneously to track service progress accurately.
  • Collaborate with peers and managers in a performance-driven remote team using Zoom and Google Chat.
  • Guide customers through roadside emergencies, including flat tires, lockouts, dead batteries, fuel deliveries, and towing for mechanical failures, with calm and consistent reassurance.
  • Give customers a clear explanation of what to expect next and provide directions to roadside partners.
  • Make prompt decisions under pressure and escalate situations when additional help is needed.
  • Speak with customers or tow providers while entering detailed notes, navigating multiple screens, and retrieving information from company systems.
  • Take ownership of calls and callbacks and provide accurate, timely support to customers and roadside partners.
  • Participate in mandatory paid training and hands-on cross-functional training to broaden roadside-support knowledge and support across specialized lines of business.

Desired Qualifications

  • A fast-paced contact-center background is ideal.
  • A steady work history, demonstrated career growth, and prior remote-work experience are valued.
  • Transferable experience from retail, fast food, hospitality, administrative, or warehouse/production environments is welcomed.

About the Company

Agero

Nationwide roadside assistance and vehicle management

Agero provides roadside assistance and vehicle management through a nationwide network of service providers. When an incident happens, it works with automakers, insurers, repair facilities, and dealerships to dispatch a curated group of responders for towing, accident management, and roadside support, and it can route vehicles to repair or storage facilities. The company offers memberships and business partnerships to deliver these services, and it has partnerships (like Lucky Truck) to provide affordable insurance options to its providers. Its goal is to deliver reliable, timely support to drivers and to improve the efficiency and quality of roadside and vehicle-management services for its clients and their customers.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$18.8M
Headquarters
Medford, MA
Founded
1972

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