Via, a company transforming transportation through technology, is seeking a Driver Operations Specialist in Tacoma, WA. This role acts as a crucial link between Via and its driver partners, ensuring a seamless experience. The Driver Operations Specialist embodies Via's brand, advocating for drivers and communicating their needs to the broader Via team. This is an in-person position requiring field work 3 days a week.
What this role involves:
Serving as the front line, communicating with driver partners to improve their first experience with Via or manage their accounts
Excelling in a fast-paced environment, addressing various customer issues
Becoming an expert on Via's services and promoting them enthusiastically
Delivering exceptional customer service to driver partners, seeking innovative ways to enhance their satisfaction
Identifying trends and pain points, brainstorming solutions to improve customer experience
Coordinating with management to relay customer feedback to technology, marketing, design, and product teams
Learning Via's tools and products thoroughly while supporting other teams
Requirements:
Clear communication skills with excellent reading comprehension and writing abilities
Proficiency in computer and technical skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Slack, and CRM tools like Salesforce (a plus)
Strong listening and conversational skills
A collaborative team player who takes ownership and pride in their work
A strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit
Adaptability to wear multiple hats and work on diverse projects
Initiative to solve problems and complete tasks effectively
Located in the Tacoma or Greater Seattle area
Empathetic with the ability to understand the customer's perspective
Availability to work 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM EST, including weekends
Via is a technology company transforming global transportation through innovative solutions. Specializing in modernizing public transportation systems, Via develops cutting-edge AI-powered software and technology-enabled operations. Their suite of products digitizes, automates, and enables data-driven decision-making for diverse transportation networks, including fixed-route buses, microtransit, and autonomous vehicles. Via's mission is to enhance accessibility to jobs, healthcare, and education while reducing environmental impact. Founded in 2012, Via partners globally to deliver efficient and accessible transit solutions.