Technical Service Specialist - Water Treatment

Univar Solutions; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical solutions provider in Canada is seeking a Technical Service Specialist in the Water Treatment industry. This role involves supporting the sales team through lab and field trials, identifying product options, and delivering internal technical training. Ideal candidates will have a background in chemistry or chemical engineering, with experience in technical sales and knowledge of coagulation and flocculation chemistries. A supportive team environment with growth opportunities awaits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Paid training and development programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or College Diploma in a related field (i.e. chemistry; chemical engineering).
• 2-3 years of experience in technical sales or marketing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Water and Wastewater treatment plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Identify value-added product options focused on Flocculants and Coagulants.
• Conduct field trials to confirm lab findings.
• Work with internal teams on new product formulations.

Job description

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We’re thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

About the position :

Reporting to the Western Canada Regional Manager - Water Treatment, the Technical Service Specialist will be responsible for supporting our Sales team on a technical level through lab trials and field trials for product selection and operational improvements and optimization at our customers operations. The position is focused on Water Treatment Industry development.

What we offer :

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A supportive team environment committed to safety and customer satisfaction
• Active social club committee
• Paid training and development programs at every level

What you’ll do :

• Identify value added product options for customers operations focused heavily on Flocculants and Coagulantsand specialty Water Treatment chemistries
• Conduct field trials at customers operations to confirm and verify lab findings in full plant trial environments
• Work with internal team and / or customers on new product formulations
• Respond to various customer’s technical or chemical performance queries
• Deliver internal technical training to personnel as required
• Participate in joint calls with the sellers in the Region, to support and identify new growth opportunities
• Assist Water Treatment Conferences and network with the industry stakeholders
• Available to travel approximately 25% of the time or as business requires
• Other tasks as assigned

What we would like from you :

• Bachelor’s Degree or College Diploma in a related field (i.e. chemistry; chemical engineering)
• 2-3 years of experience in technical sales or marketing preferred
• Strong knowledge of the operation of Water and Wastewater treatment plants with a strong emphasis on coagulation and flocculation chemistries
• Experience with the following lab scale equipment preferred; Scion 456 GC-FID, Perkin Elmer Spectrum, FT-IR, Hach DR 1900 Spectrophotometer, Turbidimeter, pressure filters, vacuum filters
• Ability to write technical laboratory reports and present findings to customers in a clear manner.

It takes people like you and a global network of more than 10,000 employees to build a company where the best people want to work.

As a valued Univar Solutions employee, you understand that we are more than a distribution company. From delivering vital ingredients for food and nutrition, to helping keep drinkingwater safe, our company is dedicated to improving quality of life with our customers, suppliers and partners as we serve the world\'s most essential industries.

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. #LI-VL1