Assistant Customer Service Representative

KB Home; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

KB Home is seeking a temporary Assistant Customer Service Representative to support warranty processing and homeowner communications in field communities. You will help schedule subcontractors, evaluate work, and ensure warranty claims are completed promptly while maintaining high CSI scores.

The role involves homeowner orientations, post-close visits, and active participation in team meetings to uphold KB Home quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience in homebuilding, real estate, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist Customer Service Representative with scheduling, evaluating, and resolving warranty claims to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assist with completing warranty claims within 7 days and hold subcontractors accountable for workmanship.
• Deliver homeowner orientations and conduct post-close visits at set intervals (10 days, 30 days, 6 months, 11 months, 18 months).
• Conduct quality walks to ensure KB Home standards are met and participate in weekly team meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data-driven decisions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

About KB Home

KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don't just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all.

The Opportunity

The Assistant Customer Service Representative is responsible for assisting Customer Service Representative with scheduling subcontractors, evaluating the subcontractor's work and completing warranty claims within 7 days for both active and closed out communities. In addition, the Assistant Customer Service Representative will carry out homeowner orientations and follow-up with homeowners periodically at designated times. They will also be required to supervise larger jobs to ensure contractors complete the job to our quality standards and on schedule.

NOTE: This is a temporary position offering full benefits, with the anticipated duration through December 31, 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Warranty Claim Processing

• Assist Customer Service Representative with scheduling, evaluating, and resolving warranty claims to ensure customer satisfaction.

• Assist Customer Service Representative with completing warranty claims within 7 days.

• Hold subcontractors accountable for workmanship and completion of warranty-related repairs.

• Manage CSI for assigned communities, including active and closed-out communities.

• Continually strive for superior CSI rankings within the market.

• Maintain a CSI score of 98% or above.

Homeowner Communication

• Deliver homeowner orientations to ensure a positive transition into the new home.

• Explain KB Home's Limited Warranty program to homeowners.

• Assist Customer Service Representative with scheduling and completing post-close visits at 10 days, 30 days, 6 months, 11 months, and 18 months.

Quality Assurance & Team Participation

• Conduct quality walks on each home to ensure KB Home standards are met.
• Attend and participate in weekly team meetings to support achievement of team goals.
• Maintain professional communication with homeowners, subcontractors, and internal teams throughout the warranty process.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience in homebuilding, real estate, or a related industry, or applicable construction management training.
• 1 to 2 years of construction experience with a production homebuilder preferred.
• Prior experience with mold remediation processes preferred.
• Experience delivering high-quality customer service programs
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build professional relationships and work effectively with a variety of personalities.
• Action-oriented with a demonstrated ability to drive projects and tasks through completion.
• Customer-focused mindset with a proven ability to identify and implement solutions from the customer's perspective.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with a willingness to support others and incorporate diverse ideas.
• Ability to make timely and accurate decisions using data, facts, and metrics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
• Ability to move about work location
• Ability to drive/travel as needed
• Ability to walk up and down stairs
• Ability toobserve details at close range and communicate information so others will understand
• Ability to transport and move up to 20lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio)
• Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales)
• Work 8-hour days with flexibility for overtime when necessary
• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner to potential buyers, trade partners, and coworkers to reinforce goodwill and profitability for the company
• Ability to work the "On-Call" program when needed (respond to emergency calls or other issues during off-hours)
• This position is located in the field at a community within the division. Location is to be determined. #LI-onsite

Compensation Details and Benefits

KB Home offers a competitive base pay. Other rewards may include bonuses or role-specific awards. KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.

The KB Home Difference

Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do - and where people truly matter.

As a KB Home team member, you'll experience:

• A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration.
• The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership.
• Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company.

KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer