Technical Support Specialist (Water Quality)

Watts Water Technologies; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Watts Water Technologies is seeking a Technical Support Specialist to provide expert product knowledge, troubleshooting, and commercial solutions to dealers and business customers. This remote role is based out of Fort Worth, TX, with responsibilities spanning installation assistance, warranty processing, and post-sales support.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree or higher, experience with water filtration/conditioning systems, and a Master Water Specialist certification is highly

Qualifications

• An associate degree or higher is preferred.
• Experience with residential and commercial water filtration and conditioning systems is preferred.
• Master Water Specialist certification is highly desirable.
• Technical and mechanical experience in resolving product performance issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting support for conditioning and filtration products across multiple sales channels by phone and email.
• Escalate concerns internally to ensure accurate and prompt issue resolution.
• Assist customers with installation and setup of residential and commercial equipment.
• Enter customer orders, process warranty replacements, and provide post-sales order management support.
• Use CRM and other software tools to document and manage customer needs and concerns.
• Be a subject matter expert, offering product recommendations and support to internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with customer service and technical support teams within Watts.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance products and processes.
• Maintain knowledge of factory processes, tools, materials, and equipment.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Customer support

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

CRM software

Job description

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position Under the guidance of the Technical Services Supervisor, the Technical Support Specialist will provide expert product knowledge, technical troubleshooting, and commercial solutions to dealers, wholesalers, retailers, and other business-to-business customers. This role is remote and is based out of the Fort Worth, TX location.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

Provide troubleshooting support for conditioning and filtration products across multiple sales channels. Ensure accurate and prompt resolution of issues by phone and email, escalating concerns internally. Assist customers with the installation and setup of residential and commercial equipment. Enter customer orders, process warranty replacements, and provide post-sales order management support. Use CRM and other software tools to document and manage customer needs and concerns. Be a subject matter expert, offering product recommendations and support to both internal and external customers. Collaborate with customer service and technical support teams within Watts. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance products and processes. Maintain knowledge of factory processes, tools, materials, and equipment. Model Watts' commitment to quality and customer focus while fulfilling your role as a functional team member. Demonstrate respect for coworkers and uphold Watts' business philosophy.

Required Qualifications

An associate degree or higher is preferred. Experience with residential and commercial water filtration and conditioning systems is preferred. Master Water Specialist certification is highly desirable. Technical and mechanical experience in resolving product performance issues.

General Applicable Company Competencies

Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. Punctuality and dependability. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Watts values: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working remotely in an office environment. You may be required to occasionally travel to and work in the office at the Fort Worth location for meetings, trainings, or as otherwise required by Company management.

Physical Requirements

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to: Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods. Ability to physically move around the office, organize, or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials. Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks. Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls. Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, phones, and copiers. Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Pay Range

The expected salary range for this position is $23- 28/hour. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law. Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers some of the most varied product lines in the world, with world-class, water-related solutions focused on: Drainage and Water Reuse HVAC and Hot Water Plumbing and Flow Control Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting. We are a $1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty-four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages. As a people-first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here not only through words but through actions. This includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing our employees with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that they are heard, valued, and respected. We are proud to be an organization that believes that a safer world is a more sustainable world – a belief that we proudly reflect in each of our technologies and solutions and our environmental and social commitments, such as our partnership with Planet Water Foundation.

• Specialties Plumbing, HVAC, Water Quality, and Gas
• Headquarters Americas & Corporate Headquarters: North Andover, Massachusetts, USA
• Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) Headquarters: Shanghai, China
• Company Size About 5,000 employees
• Website http://www.watts.com/, http://www.wattsindustries.com/, http://www.wattsasia.com/
• Industry Machinery
• Founded 1874