Technical Parts Sales Specialist

Process Solutions & Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapid Industries / Industrial Belting & Transmission is seeking a motivated Technical Parts Sales Specialist to support our conveyor systems and aftermarket parts business. The candidate should have a strong mechanical background, understand conveyor components, read mechanical blueprints, use AutoCAD, troubleshoot equipment, and communicate effectively with customers.

The role involves outside sales, customer visits, and building relationships with existing and prospective clients.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience with conveyors.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and drawings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and ability to troubleshoot conveyor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Technical sales and customer support for conveyor systems and aftermarket parts.
• Outside sales and customer visits to identify needs and opportunities.
• Drive sales performance and accountability while maintaining strong customer relations.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Blueprint reading

AutoCAD

Technical communication

Customer-facing sales

Education

Associate degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field

5+ years hands-on experience with conveyor systems

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Rapid Industries / Industrial Belting & Transmission is seeking a motivated and technically knowledgeable Technical Parts Sales Specialist to support our conveyor systems and aftermarket parts business.

The successful candidate must have a strong mechanical background, understand conveyor systems and their components, and be able to identify customer needs and provide practical technical solutions. This position requires an individual who can read and interpret mechanical blueprints, use AutoCAD, troubleshoot conveyor equipment, and communicate effectively with customers both over the telephone and in person.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, dependable, and capable of working independently while developing relationships with existing and prospective customers. This is not simply an order‑taking position. The individual must understand the equipment, identify problems, recommend appropriate replacement parts, and help customers minimize equipment downtime.

The selected candidate must successfully complete a structured 90-day training program upon hiring.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Sales and Customer Support

• Mechanical and Technical Knowledge
• Outside Sales and Customer Visits
• Sales Performance and Accountability

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following educational or experience requirements:

• An associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, or a closely related technical field; OR
• A minimum of five years of hands-on experience repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, or servicing industrial conveyor systems.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial conveyor systems and aftermarket replacement parts.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.
• Working proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Ability to identify mechanical components and recommend appropriate replacement parts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical information clearly to customers with varying levels of mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and proactively follow up on customer needs.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25-30% of the time.
• Ability to complete the required 90-day training program.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet applicable company driving requirements when operating a company or personal vehicle for business purposes.