Technical Representative

Johns Manville; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Johns Manville is seeking a Technical Representative to work with Sales Representatives to grow guarantee and product sales by providing installation training, job support services and inspections. The ideal candidate will live in the Cleveland or Columbus, OH area with heavy travel and an Ohio-based territory.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years of roofing experience, strong communication skills and the ability to learn software tools such as Guarantee Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years of roofing related experience.
• Low slope commercial roofing experience preferred.
• Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience giving presentations.
• Proven problem resolution skills.
• Ability to learn other applicable software applications i.e., Guarantee Management System.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Proven ability to negotiate.
• Travel up to 50% of the year.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle and carry a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of field applications by Johns Manville approved contractors in a way that protects JM yet encourages contractors to repurchase from JM.
• Demonstrates new products to owners, specifiers and contractors that have the confidence to buy.
• Responsible for improving JM owner relationships while solving guarantee claims issues.
• Conducts training seminars for owners, specifiers and contractors.
• Maintains and builds relationships with Johns Manville approved contractors field personnel.
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Software literacy

MS Office

Driving license

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Guarantee Management System

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

Pay Range $66,000.00-$90,800.00 Annual This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The Technical Representative

The Technical Representative will be responsible for working with Sales Representatives to grow guarantee and product sales by providing installation training, job support services and inspections. The ideal candidate will live in the Cleveland or Columbus, OH area. Heavy car travel is to be expected, with up to six overnight stays per month. The territory will include all of Ohio, Northern, KY and parts of West Virginia.

Your Day-to-Day

• Performs inspections of field applications by Johns Manville approved contractors in a way that protects JM yet encourages contractors to repurchase from JM
• Demonstrates new products to owners, specifiers and contractors that have the confidence to buy
• Responsible for improving JM owner relationships while solving guarantee claims issues
• Conducts training seminars for owners, specifiers and contractors
• Maintains and builds relationships with Johns Manville approved contractors field personnel
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years of roofing related experience.
• Low slope commercial roofing experience preferred.
• Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience giving presentations.
• Proven problem resolution skills.
• Ability to learn other applicable software applications i.e., Guarantee Management System.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Proven ability to negotiate.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.
• Travel up to 50% of the year.
• Primary work environment is typically in the field at a customer s facility or on a job site; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust mist gas fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle and carry a valid driver s license.
• May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds.

Benefits

• Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance.
• JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match.
• JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
• Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage.
• Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well.
• The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account.
• JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
• Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program.
• This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process.
• Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters.
• Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Equal Opportunity

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story. Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.