Building Material Technical Support Representative

LATICRETE International•Bethany, CT

18h•Onsite

About The Position

LATICRETE International is a global, family-owned company with over 65 years of experience in the construction industry, operating in over 100 countries. They aim to be a leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. The company values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty, and was recognized as one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017. Their purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it, engaging with employees, customers, partners, and global communities. They are seeking passionate and ambitious individuals to join their team. The Technical Services Representative provides essential technical services to both internal and external customers through various channels such as phone calls, website chats, and emails. This role is focused on resolving complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner, specifically supporting the installation and use of physical building materials, and is not an IT, software, or systems support role.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 yrs. experience in construction industry.
Minimum of 2 yrs. of experience in Technical Services or comparable industry experience.
High School Diploma.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and Outlook.
Ability to read and interpret installation instructions and industry standards.
Maintain a positive cooperative attitude with all employees at LATICRETE and all customers (internal and external).
Physical ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) repeatedly.
Must be able to push/pull 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand 20% of the day or more.
Must be able to sit for 80% of the day or more.
Must be able to twist/bend 25% of the day.
Must be able to squat, climb and/or crawl 10% of the day.
Must be able to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Salesforce and JD Edwards.
Knowledge of tile/stone installation methods, construction assemblies, jobsite conditions, building materials, field application, substrates, mortars / adhesives/coatings.
Knowledge of architecture and construction methods.
Knowledge of LATICRETE product lines, applications, construction practices and materials.
Experience in tile, stone, concrete, flooring, or construction materials.
Degree preferred.
Fluency in second language.

Responsibilities

Provide technical services to architects, contractors, distributors, specifiers, engineers, homeowners, and internal customers through phone calls, website chat feature, emails, etc.
Provide information on proper material selection, installation methods and supporting information.
Work on the investigation and settlement of customer complaints as assigned through SalesForce diplomatically and in a professional manner within authorized limits.
Place complaint settlement product orders and/or check requests.
Coordinate incoming requests for technical support and training with sales and field Technical Representatives.
Follow up requests from field representatives and distributors to establish contact between contractors and design teams.
Coordinate and participate in job site visits.
Update complaints in Salesforce as new information is attained.
Resolve complaints quickly and in a mutually beneficial manner.
Help Technical Service Supervisor ensure departmental procedures and adequate internal controls are followed through the department.
Assist Supervisor with analysis of Technical Services activities and report trends and needs, as necessary.
Support Technical Services training programs, as directed.
Create and update technical data sheets and technical advisories.
Review and approve technical literature, packaging, data sheets, and Marketing collateral.
Represent Technical Services ISO quality system reviews and audits.
Work / learn to increase product and industry knowledge and becoming a subject matter expert.
Participate in implementation or improvement initiatives associated with Technical Services.
Help design and implement procedures and online tools for vendor supplied products.
Work with Marketing to provide specifications, CAD details and BIM content to third party vendors for inclusion on their websites or specification generating tools.
Create and update FAQs for inclusion on website FAQ page.
Help DEVOPS develop tools for LATICRETE website for STRATA_HEAT and custom shower pans and drains to aid customer in choosing and ordering products.
Enter information into Salesforce for new Accounts, Contacts and Projects which are Technical Services generated.