Bilingual Customer Support Associate

Austin Community College; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

100% Health coverage

On-site in Fairfield, CA

Job summary

Promise is seeking a Customer Support Associate to help people manage utilities debt with clear, compassionate guidance. You’ll handle inquiries by phone, email, and text, guiding clients through Promise’s services and relief programs.

You’ll work on-site in our Fairfield, CA office, collaborate with engineers to improve service, and help launch programs that reach thousands of people. The role requires empathy, bilingual English/Spanish support, strong communication, and careful record-keeping

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong organization and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client inquiries through phone, email, and text with clarity and compassion.
• Assist bilingual clients in English and Spanish to fully utilize Promise's services.
• Escalate complex issues to the appropriate teams for swift resolution.
• Guide clients through applications for relief programs and review documentation for approval.
• Maintain detailed records of client interactions to ensure consistency in service.
• Contribute to company initiatives and program launches as they roll out.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Empathy

Communication

Organization

Reliability

On-site work

Job description

The Customer Support Associate at Promise is a vital team member, helping individuals manage utilities debt by providing clear, compassionate support. In this role, you will handle client inquiries via phone, email, and text, guiding clients through Promise's services and available financial relief programs. Every call is a real person on the other end, and every conversation is a chance to make their day a little easier. Your role is essential in helping clients regain financial stability.

Role Impact

Real impact, every day. You won't just take calls - you'll help people work through some of the hardest financial situations they've faced, day after day.

Skills that grow with you. You'll work cross-functionally with our engineers to improve how we serve clients, and help launch programs that reach thousands of people - building a skill set well beyond a typical support role.

The heart of Promise. Customer Support isn't an afterthought at Promise - it's central to everything we do. You’re the front line of our work, and your knowledge and experience is invaluable to the company.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to client inquiries through phone, email, and text with clear communication, clarity, accuracy, and compassion.
• Assist bilingual clients in English and Spanish to fully utilize Promise's services.
• Escalate complex issues to the appropriate teams for swift resolution.
• Guide clients through applications for relief programs, reviewing documentation to help them get approved.
• Maintain detailed records of client interactions to ensure consistent, high-quality service.
• Contribute to company-wide initiatives and program launches as they roll out.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Bilingual in English and Spanish to effectively support a diverse client base.
• Genuine empathy: comfortable listening to people in difficult situations and helping them find solutions with patience and kindness.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to stay organized while handling multiple inquiries and delivering high client satisfaction.
• Dependability, organization, and a positive attitude, even in a fast-paced, ever-changing day.
• Availability to work on-site full-time in our Fairfield, CA office.
• Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in a call center or client service role.

Nice to Have

• Background in program evaluation and benefits eligibility

How We Support Our People

• Equity for All: All full-time employees receive stock options to share in our company’s success.
• 100% Paid Health Coverage: We cover 100% of base medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and their dependents.
• On-Site Role in Fairfield, CA: Enjoy a focused, supportive environment with access to real-time guidance and resources to help you succeed.

Please note: Benefits are reviewed periodically and may be updated at the sole discretion of Promise.