Customer Service Jobs in California

Customer Service jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in retail, e-commerce, financial services, healthcare, and technology across a market that ranges from entry-level representatives to senior customer experience managers. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, home to major employers like Apple, Wells Fargo, and Kaiser Permanente that maintain substantial customer-facing operations throughout the state. The most in-demand specialties are technical support, healthcare customer service, and bilingual Spanish-English service roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12,356+
Top employerStarbucks
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring299
Work type95% On-site
Top industryFood

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Dexter Axle
Trailer Parts Sales & Customer Service Representative
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Dexter Axle
New 1h ago
Trailer Parts Sales & Customer Service Representative
Dexter Axle
Sacramento, California
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Customer Service
Customer Support
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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American Airlines
Customer Service Manager
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American Airlines
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Customer Service Manager
American Airlines
San Diego, California
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
$51k - $71k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Public Storage
Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
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Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
Public Storage
Rancho Mirage, California
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
$19.00/hr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Public Storage
Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
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Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
Public Storage
Coachella, California
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
$19.00/hr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Public Storage
Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
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Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
Public Storage
Palm Desert, California
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
$19.00/hr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Customer Service Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
900 jobs
San Francisco
753 jobs
San Diego
544 jobs
San Jose
377 jobs
Sacramento
328 jobs
Irvine
238 jobs
Fresno
160 jobs
Bakersfield
137 jobs
Santa Clara
126 jobs

Customer Service Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Starbucks
    Starbucks1,903
  • State Farm
    State Farm595
  • Walgreens
    Walgreens329
  • Taco Bell
    Taco Bell299
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health273

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage2,851
  • Retail1,829
  • Insurance991
  • Technology & Software776
  • Banking & Financial Services753

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in customer service jobs across California.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred by many California employers
  • One or more years of customer-facing experience in retail, call center, or service environment
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English strongly preferred across Southern California and Central Valley employers
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce, Zendesk, or ServiceNow
  • Demonstrated ability to meet resolution metrics and customer satisfaction targets in a fast-paced setting
  • Familiarity with California consumer protection regulations, including CCPA data privacy handling procedures

Customer Service Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a customer service in California?

Most customer service roles in California require a high school diploma and on-the-job training, with no state-issued license needed for general positions. Employers in healthcare and financial services often require role-specific certifications, such as a California insurance license for service roles at carriers or brokerages. Candidates who complete customer service certificate programs offered by California community colleges gain a measurable edge in competitive metro markets.

How much do customer services make in California?

Customer services in California earn a median of about $49,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,110 for the lowest 10% to over $75,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire customer services in California?

Employers hiring customer services in California right now include Starbucks, State Farm, and Walgreens, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of tech headquarters, large health systems, and major financial institutions means the state supports one of the broadest employer mixes for customer service professionals in the country.

Which California cities have the most customer service jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego have the most customer service openings in California. Los Angeles dominates by volume because of its concentration of entertainment, retail, and healthcare employers, while San Francisco and San Jose are driven by technology companies that rely heavily on enterprise customer support teams, and San Diego's strong biotech and defense presence creates consistent demand for specialized service roles.

Are there remote customer service jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. Customer service is one of the more remote-adaptable occupations because much of the work is phone, chat, and email-based. About 5% of customer service openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting broad adoption across tech, financial services, and e-commerce employers. Technical support and account management roles within California's technology sector account for a large share of the fully remote listings.

How can I get hired as a customer service in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for call center associate or retail service roles, which California employers routinely fill without requiring prior experience. Large employers including Kaiser Permanente, Bank of America, and California-based tech firms run structured onboarding programs for new hires coming from adjacent roles such as cashier, receptionist, or sales associate. Completing a customer service certificate through a California community college and highlighting any bilingual ability significantly strengthens an entry-level application across the state's diverse urban markets.

Where can I find and apply to customer service jobs in California?

You can find and apply to customer service jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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