The field as a whole has been in high demand throughout the pandemic.
Maybe its the idea of endless calls about delivery delays and mundane tech issues.
Or maybe its the inevitable angry customers.
Because of that, we tend to think of them as these thankless jobs.
The reality, Reynolds says, is that remote customer service jobs can be very fulfilling.
It all depends on the industry.
We found remote customer service job postings that counter the notion of mind-numbing call center gigs.
We paired each unique gig with one or more reputable employers that frequently hire the position.
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Each state is handling contact-tracing recruitment efforts differently.
Requirements vary by employer.
Strong communication skills, and especially empathy, are crucial for the job.
Experience in public health and/or customer service may also be needed.
Bilingualism is a huge plus.
Some employers are now requiring applicants to pass anonline contact tracer course developed by Johns Hopkins University.
Senior Aide
Older folks are at higher risk of isolation and loneliness than other age groups.
And the pandemic surely isnt helping.
Andrew Parker founded Papa, a senior-care company, to help combat what he calls the loneliness epidemic.
Papa previously hired only college students but now offers the gigs to anyone whos got the right personality.
Senior care jobs arent limited to Papa.
Requirements for these jobs include a background in customer service, patience, plus problem-solving and tech skills.
The estimated pay is between $11 and $15 an hour.
Where to find remote senior care jobs:PapaandWorking Solutions.
Theres a huge amount of customer service in each of those roles.
But they are probably more fun than what youre thinking of as call-center jobs.
For these types of jobs, its likely you wont work for a department store.
Because of the nature of the work, some experience at brick-and-mortar retail stores may be required.
Knowledge of fashion and beauty trends is a must to be successful in these roles.
Based on job listings from remote employers, pay is an estimated $11 to $12 an hour.
Where to find remote fashion and beauty jobs:VIPdesk.
Like, a real job.
The companies tend to hire gamers themselves.
For many openings, second-language skills are a requirement.
Estimated pay is between $11 and $17 an hour.
Where to find remote gaming jobs:5CAandKeywords Studios.
Wine Specialist
Whats better than a glass of wine after work?
A glass of wine after work from a bottle that was shipped directly to your front door.
Like most e-commerce jobs, responsibilities vary from the logistical side to the customer-facing side.
Reynolds says the fun really comes in with the customer-facing roles.
You wont need a sommelier certification to qualify, but you will need some serious wine knowledge.
Customer service experience is preferred.
Wine e-commerce is a relatively new concept, and remote positions may be scarce.
Among the remote job listings analyzed by The Penny Hoarder, hourly pay was not included.
Glassdoor estimates pay for in-person wine sales positions are between $12 and $14 an hour.
Where to find remote wine jobs:Wine.com,Total Wine,Onehope Wine.
Adam Hardy is a staff writer at The Penny Hoarder.
He covers the gig economy, entrepreneurship and unique ways to make money.
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