A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn’t come with a manual. That's why we’re building the only app homeowners need to effortlessly manage their homes — knowing what to do, when to do it, and who to hire. With Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. And as one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry — we must be doing something right.
We are driven by a common goal and the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing our work supports local economies, helps small businesses grow, and brings homeowners peace of mind. We’re seeking people who continually put our purpose first: advocating for pros and customers, embracing change, and choosing teamwork every day.
At Thumbtack, we're creating a new era of home care. If making an impact and the chance to do good inspires you, join us. Imagine what we’ll build together.
Thumbtack by the Numbers
- Available nationwide in every U.S. county
- Over 85 million projects started on Thumbtack
- More than 11 million 5-star reviews and counting
- Pros earn billions on our platform
- 1000+ employees
- $3.2 billion valuation (June, 2021)
About the Social Media Support Team
Our Social Media Team supports customers and pros on all Social Media platforms while simultaneously protecting the Thumbtack brand. This team is part of the Trust and Safety org and efficiently collaborates on escalated reports from customers or pros to ensure a safe and high-quality experience. We work closely with our Brand and Marketing teams to ensure that our public support personality showcases the Thumbtack brand and content vision.
About the Role
As a Social Media Specialist, you will represent the Thumbtack brand publicly through social media channels as a partner to our users. You aim to answer their questions and ensure they feel heard via our public channels. As a brand ambassador, you’ll be a part of a tight-knit team monitoring and responding to comments, questions, or concerns. You’ll work collaboratively with multiple teams across Thumbtack.
Your Responsibilities
- Brand Reputation Management: Respond efficiently to comments and complaints via social media platforms, including: Facebook, X, Instagram, Glassdoor, app store reviews, BBB, Linkedin, and additional review websites.
- Support Mindset: Identify issues, trends, and common problems facing our users; while maintaining knowledge of the Thumbtack platform to assist customers in resolving their concerns. Triage escalated concerns and collaborate on sensitive issues.
- High Levels of Initiative and Accountability: Showcase flexibility to take on a wide range of projects with ownership.
- Collaboration: Build and maintain interdepartmental relationships.
What you’ll need
If you don't think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team.
- Relevant Experience: Experience in Social Media and/OR Customer Support Required. Trust and Safety experience is an additional bonus. High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Communication Skills: Advanced proficiency in spoken and written English and bonus points if you are fluent in Spanish. Proven competence in engaging diverse audiences, including customers, internal teams, and cross-functional partners.
- Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Exceptional problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to work independently and adapt to shifting priorities.
- Collaboration and Resilience: Strong collaboration skills, self-motivated, resilient, and adaptable. Strong sense of urgency and ownership.
Bonus points if you have
- Previous Social Media Support or Trust and Safety Experience.
- Experience handling escalated situations/customer service issues.
- Experience using Social Media Management platforms.
- Experience working for a company offering services through an online Marketplace.
Thumbtack is a virtual-first company, meaning you can live and work from any one of our approved locations across the United States, Canada or the Philippines. Learn more about our virtual-first working model here.
For candidates living in San Francisco / Bay Area, San Jose, New York City, or Seattle metros, the expected salary range for the role is currently $68,000 - $83,100.
For candidates living in Austin, TX or Washington DC metros or in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, or Washington states, the expected salary range for the role is currently $61,200 - $74,800.
For candidates living in all other US locations, the expected salary range for this role is currently $57,800 - $70 ,600. Actual offered salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as calibrated job level, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
#LI-Remote
- Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events
- 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown
- Library (optional use collaboration & connection hub) in San Francisco
- WiFi reimbursements
- Cell phone reimbursements (North America)
- Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
Learn More About Us
- Life @ Thumbtack Blog
- Virtual-First is Here to Stay
- Follow us on LinkedIn
- Meet Our Pro Advisory Board
Thumbtack embraces diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state, or local law. We also will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law.
Thumbtack is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact: recruitingops@thumbtack.com.
If you are a California resident, please review information regarding your rights under California privacy laws contained in Thumbtack’s Privacy policy available at https://www.thumbtack.com/privacy/ .
