Branch Customer Service and Sales Representative - Gastonia, NC
AAA-The Auto Club Group · Gastonia, NC · 1 wk ago
On-siteBusiness Development$19–$21.5/hrFull-time
Position Summary
As a Branch Customer Service Representative with The Auto Club Group, you’ll be the welcoming face of AAA—helping members with trusted products and services while driving satisfaction, sales, and long-term career growth.
Responsibilities
- Greet, service, and support members by promoting and selling membership, travel products, select banking products, and other ACG offerings.
- Generate leads, share travel and insurance specials, provide travel information, and conduct outbound promotional calls for insurance and travel products.
- Respond to member inquiries, help resolve complaints, and refer complex questions or concerns to senior staff, agents, or management when appropriate.
- Process payments for insurance policies, travel products, tickets, and travel money products while handling remittance/depository transfers and balancing the cash drawer.
- Provide administrative support to travel and insurance sales staff during peak periods and participate in office activities that support branch goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience working in a customer-focused environment and delivering timely, helpful solutions.
- Ability to take personal responsibility, use good judgment, and seek solutions when challenges arise.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and learning workplace technology that supports customer service.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work effectively, and stay focused on meeting office and customer service goals.
Key Strengths For Success In This Role
- Bring passion and enthusiasm for working with people while consistently exceeding member expectations through professionalism, efficient service, and a well-maintained work area.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Perform basic mathematical calculations accurately to support monetary transactions.
- Work under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced customer service environment.
- Work irregular hours, including holidays and weekends, and participate in community events when needed.
Work Environment
This is an in-office position. Employees will service ACG members in-person and are based on site in an ACG branch facility.
Compensation
Competitive hourly wage of $19.00–$21.50, based on experience, plus additional incentives and annual bonus potential based on performance.
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility; prescription drug coverage; dental and vision benefits; Employee Assistance Program.
- Financial Protection & Insurance: Company-paid basic life insurance; optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage; short-term and long-term disability coverage; critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.
- Retirement & Savings: 401(k) plan with 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service. Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.
- Time Off & Leave: Accrual-based PTO, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment. Full-time new employees receive up to 12 PTO days annually; part-time employees accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month. Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Paid leave programs include parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
- Career Growth & Education: Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG); professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs; opportunities for career development and advancement.
- Additional Perks: Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts; adoption assistance program.