Specification Writing Apprenticeship Program - Architectural Services

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At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

We are looking for Specification Writers to join our Allegion team as part of our Specification Writing Apprenticeship Program! As a Specification Writer in the program, you will complete two rotations in the span of 9 months. This immersive program includes in depth training and development to prepare you for your role of providing access solutions by creating door hardware specifications.

In the first six months of the training program, you will relocate to our training facility in Denver, Colorado. Here you will participate in classroom style training with others in your cohort. During this segment, you will learn about the, our products, and codes as well as how to read blueprints. In the last three months of the training program, you will transfer to your permanent location in your respective regional sales office.

Here you will prepare for your full-time role by writing specifications with the help and supervision of your team so that you are prepared to hit your market ready for success!

At Allegion, we are driven by a bold vision: redefining safety while empowering our employees to thrive. When you join our team, you become part of a culture that values innovation, purpose, and excellence. This role offers the benefits of our dynamic hybrid work model—combining in-person collaboration for meaningful moments with the flexibility of remote work. Since hybrid arrangements can vary based on the needs of the individual, team and business, your talent acquisition partner will provide specific hybrid details about this role.

We are committed to fostering a healthy work‑life balance and building meaningful connections, ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support needed to excel in any environment. Together, we’ll unlock your potential and create a lasting impact.

While this is the current structure and we currently have no plans to change, we reserve the right to make changes to the hybrid schedule as needed at the Company’s discretion.

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.

• Complete immersive SWAP training program curriculum to increase knowledge about Allegion customers, products and processes.

• Participate and engage in various manufacturing trainings, product training and program events to deepen you understanding of Allegion systems, processes and customers.

• Immerse yourself in Allegion’s culture by attending networking and professional development events to gain valuable relationships throughout the organization.

• Learn and master Allegion’s state of the art tools, systems, and resources.

• Graduate from 9-month training program with in depth knowledge of role, best practices, policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure best in class customer experiences.

• Create technical hardware sets and specifications for the architectural community, including code compliance for new construction projects as well as aftermarket requests.

• Provide solutions to architects on product application requirements.

• Participate in pre and post installation meetings as needed and assist with revisions, access control coordination, and requests for information during all phases of the project.

• Exhibit a basic understanding of electro‑mechanical products and solutions including access control and software.

• Communicate door hardware coordination requirements and/or conflicts, such as access control, electrical requirements, and…