HVAC Technical Specialist

Emco Corporation: Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, Industrial, Irrigation, Fire Protection; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCO Corporation in Fredericton, NB is seeking a detail-oriented HVAC Technical Specialist to support customers and the sales team. You will apply analytical skills to provide technical guidance on equipment, installation, operation, and troubleshooting, and act as a liaison between manufacturers and customers.

You will train colleagues and customers, develop product presentations, and stay current with new HVAC technologies.

Qualifications

• Has post-secondary education.
• Is bilingual (English and French).
• Has strong HVAC technical knowledge.
• Hands-on experience in the HVAC industry.
• Excellent communication skills and teaching ability.
• Builds strong relationships with customers and manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to HVAC contractors and sales team.
• Assist with equipment selection, installation, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Liaise between manufacturers and customers on technical matters.
• Develop product presentations and training resources.
• Support warranty and technical issue resolution with manufacturers.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Bilingual English/French

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Customer service mindset

Education

Post-secondary education

Job description

With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.

Why Join Our Team?

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!

Job Description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and efficient HVAC Technical Specialist to join our team in Fredericton, NB. In this role, you will apply your analytical skills and expertise to provide exceptional technical support to our customers and sales team while serving as a technical resource for the products and solutions we offer, as well as a liaison between the manufacturers and our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Technical Support

• Assist HVAC contractors with technical questions regarding equipment, installation, operation, troubleshooting, and application.
• Help contractors select the appropriate equipment and components for specific applications.
• Assist with difficult or unusual technical situations.
• Provide support by phone, email, video call, or on-site when appropriate.
• Help customers navigate manufacturer documentation, installation manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.

Manufacturer Liaison

• Develop strong technical relationships with manufacturers and their technical support teams.
• Escalate complex technical issues when required.
• Stay informed about product updates, recalls, technical bulletins, and new technologies.
• Communicate manufacturer information and changes to the sales team and customers.

Sales Team Support

• Serve as the technical resource for inside and outside sales teams.
• Help salespeople understand product capabilities, limitations, and applications.
• Assist with complex equipment selections and system design.
• Participate in customer meetings when technical expertise can help secure or support a sale.

Training & Education

• Organize and deliver technical training for employees and customers.
• Coordinate manufacturer training sessions.
• Develop product presentations, technical guides, and troubleshooting resources.
• Help keep the sales team current on new products and technologies.

Product Expertise

• Become a subject-matter expert on the key product lines carried by the company.
• Understand equipment specifications, compatibility, accessories, controls, applications, and installation requirements.
• Identify gaps in product knowledge and recommend training or resources.

Warranty & Technical Issue Support

• Assist customers and sales staff with warranty-related technical questions.
• Help determine whether an issue is related to installation, application, equipment, or component failure.
• Work with manufacturers to resolve difficult warranty cases.
• Track recurring technical problems and identify opportunities to improve customer support.

Product & Business Development

• Provide feedback to management and purchasing teams regarding product performance and customer needs.
• Identify emerging HVAC technologies and products that may benefit the company and its customers.
• Help evaluate new product lines from a technical perspective.
• Act as a voice for the contractor when evaluating products and solutions.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate

• Has a post-secondary education.
• Is bilingual (English and French), both spoken and written.
• Has great communication skills and teaching ability.
• Has strong HVAC technical knowledge.
• Has hands-on experience in the HVAC industry.
• Understands both equipment and installation practices.
• Can diagnose problems logically.
• Is comfortable talking to experienced contractors.
• Can explain complicated technical concepts in a simple way.
• Builds strong relationships with customers and manufacturers.
• Is comfortable presenting and training groups.
• Is curious and stays current with new HVAC technology.
• Has a strong customer-service mindset.

Additional Information

EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.