Residential Support Representative 1

Schlage Lock Company LLC; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401K with 6% match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Allegion plc is seeking a Residential Support Representative 1 to provide multi-channel technical support and customer service for residential customers. You will be the front line of our brand, handling live chat, email, web inquiries and inbound/outbound calls with empathy and professionalism.

This role emphasizes problem solving, collaboration with SMEs, and ongoing product knowledge of mechanical and electronic Allegion products, apps, and smart locks.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred.
• HS Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Ability to type 55 wpm.
• 1+ years’ experience handling high-volume inquiries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of PC-based software (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with smart device apps is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Omnichannel Customer Experience & Technical Support.
• Blended Channel Support across phone, email, chat, and ticketing.
• Phone Support: troubleshoot issues and guide installations.
• Digital Support: write clear, concise support content for chat and email.
• Troubleshooting & Resolution with Allegion products (mechanical and electronic).
• Collaboration with SMEs for advanced troubleshooting or escalation.
• Record accurate case details and provide feedback to internal teams.
• Build trust with customers and ensure follow-ups across channels.
• Develop product knowledge and participate in training and QA reviews.
• Support company values and strive for high-quality performance.

Skills

Customer service

Typing 55 wpm

Strong communication

Bilingual Spanish

MS Office

Web apps

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Smart device apps

Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Residential Support Representative 1-Remote Kansas-Remote Missouri-Remote Indiana-Remote Colorado

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 9 am-5:30 pm Central Time Zone

The candidate will be required to work the Central Time Zone for this position or close to that time schedule. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position. At Allegion, we recognize that great talent and breakthrough ideas can come from anywhere. That’s why this position offers a flexible remote work arrangement, with occasional on-site visits as needed based on the role. Whether you’re working remotely or collaborating in person, we’re committed to providing the tools, support, and dynamic environment you need to succeed. At Allegion, your career thrives where innovation meets flexibility, empowering you to achieve your goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. While this is the current structure and we currently have no plans to change, we reserve the right to make changes to the remote schedule as needed at the Company’s discretion.

Job Summary:

As a Residential Support Representative 1, you are a crucial part of the Allegion team. You will drive consumer loyalty by delivering exceptional, multi-channel technical support and customer service. In this role, you will be the front line of our brand, supporting residential customers through a blended mix of digital communication (live chat, email, web) and voice interactions (inbound/outbound phone calls). You will portray a positive image for the company by accurately addressing customer inquiries with empathy, professionalism, and efficiency, acting as a dedicated advocate to continually elevate customer satisfaction.

What You Will Do:

• Omnichannel Customer Experience & Technical Support
• Blended Channel Support: Deliver prompt, professional, and high-quality assistance across both phone queues and digital channels (email, chat, ticketing), seamlessly shifting between channels based on business volume.
• Phone Support: Engage customers with active listening, clear verbal guidance, and a welcoming phone presence to troubleshoot issues, guide installations, and de-escalate concerns in real time.
• Digital Support: Provide clear, concise, and technically accurate written support, translating complex instructions into easy-to-follow steps for customers over chat and email.
• Troubleshooting & Resolution: Assist customers in diagnosing and solving issues with Schlage mechanical and smart electronic products (e.g., app setup, lock integration, Wi‑Fi connectivity, product registration), ensuring first-contact resolution whenever possible.
• Collaboration & Escalation: Collaborate with internal resources and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) when advanced troubleshooting or case escalation is required.
• Customer Advocacy: Act as the voice of the customer by logging accurate case details, identifying recurring product/app issues, and providing actionable feedback to internal teams.
• Relationship Building: Build trust through complete follow-through on customer commitments and timely follow-ups across all channels.
• Education and Development: Learn, develop, and maintain deep product knowledge of mechanical and electronic Allegion consumer products, mobile applications and connected ecosystems. Level up through continued education and training to master complex troubleshooting scenarios and advanced Allegion products (e.g., smart/integrated locks). Actively participate in ongoing coaching, quality assurance reviews, and skill-building sessions. Develop a working knowledge of reference materials, including product catalogs, installation manuals, templates and technical knowledge bases.
• Performance and Values: Adhere to processes and maintain a high quality of performance. Participate in team activities and engage with fellow Allegion team members positively and respectfully. Meet set goals and metric expectations consistently. Support Allegion's values and mission to create a customer-centric culture.

What You Need to Succeed:

• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred.
• An HS Diploma or GED is required; an associate’s degree is preferred.
• Ability to type 55 wpm, corrected speed.
• 1+ years’ experience handling high-volume inquiries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proper grammar and punctuation knowledge.
• Knowledge of and the ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Working knowledge of PC-based software applications (Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel) & basic web applications.
• Familiarity with and/or comfort in using smart device applications is preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to identify recurring customer issues.
• Ability to develop cross‑functional, professional working relationships.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or French is an asset.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”. You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

What You’ll Get from Us:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
• Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
• Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewards
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching

Compensation:

Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. The expected Base Salary Range: $40,000 to $60,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

We Celebrate Who We Are! Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.