Call Center Agent

Description

PRODUCT LINES:
Kwikset (primary)

The Kiwikiset product line is mainly specialty locks - they have one where you swipe your phone and it unlocks and others that have pin pads. These are typically more escalated calls because people could be locked out of their houses and what not.

General Duties:

- Receives consumer calls and emails in regards to problems, installation instructions and general product information.

- Answers high volume incoming technical support calls.

- Offers knowledge to consumers and directing them to the proper source if necessary.

- Handles a strong volume of calls with tact, diplomacy, and strong consumer service orientation in accordance with company guidelines.

- While working with consumers over the phone completes information on computer screen with all of the pertinent data.

- Requires basic knowledge of computer software for data input and retrieval.

- Responds to consumer repairs and requests according to Consumer Service procedures.

- Evaluate product problems, determines if product needs to be scrapped or if it can be repaired.

- Assist consumers on product such as installation techniques, product features and models etc. as requested by consumer service supervisor.

Top Skills Details

Customer service,Support,Customer support,Troubleshooting,Call center,product support

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

- At least one (1) year experience in a product-based customer support function and/or call center environment is preferred but not required

- Previous experience in the hardware and home improvement industry preferred.

-Technical mindset and the willingness to learn - most of this position is self taught - the biggest thing is their personality and willingness to learn. They want someone self motivated

- Type 35+ WPM.

- High School diploma or equivalent.

- Good verbal and written communication skills, bilingual in Spanish or French a plus

- Problem-solver; ability to deal with customers (internal and external) in difficult situations.

- Basic mechanical aptitude

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Paso, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Paso, TX.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.

That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services  

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across…