Strategic Development Program Trainee

Emco Corporation: Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, Industrial, Irrigation, Fire Protection; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great mentors and on-the-job training

Growth potential with competitive salary

Pension plan with employer contributions

Work-life balance and flex time

Job summary

A leading organization in plumbing and HVAC located in Lloydminster is seeking a Strategic Development Program Trainee. This role involves a comprehensive five-phase training program covering warehouse logistics, operations, sales, and account management. Ideal candidates will possess a college degree and demonstrate strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills. Offering a competitive salary of $45,000 - $50,000 and benefits, this position promises growth potential within the company.

Qualifications

• Desire to continuously learn and grow.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong work ethic and high standard of integrity.

Responsibilities

• Learn warehouse logistics and sales support.
• Get involved in customer service and operations.
• Help customers with product and service issues.
• Negotiate contracts and build relationships.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Positive attitude

Work ethic

Education

College and/or University degree

Job description

Job Description

As a Strategic Development Program Trainee, you will progress through a 5-phase program to learn every aspect of our business from shipping and receiving, to sales, operations, purchasing, account management and more.

Program Phases

• Phase 1 – Warehouse Logistics: Learn the products we sell, how they get from the vendor to the customer, and understand all levels of sales support.
• Phase 2 – Operations: Get involved in customer service, counter sales, order management, inventory and pricing controls, credit management, financial statements, and more.
• Phase 3 – Inside Sales/Project Management: Help customers with various product and service issues and manage large‑scale projects.
• Phase 4 – Outside Sales/Account Management: Find new business opportunities, sell products, negotiate contracts, and build customer and vendor relationships.
• Phase 5 – Career Path: Apply all training to determine your ideal career path.

Qualifications

• College and/or University degree
• Positive attitude and results‑oriented mindset
• Desire to continuously learn and grow
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and high standard of integrity
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Benefits

• Great mentors and on‑the‑job training
• Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing
• Stable company with strong core values
• Pension plan with employer contributions
• Work‑life balance and flex time

Salary Range

$45,000 - $50,000

EEO Statement

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.