DRIVES SPECIALIST (44408)

City Electric Supply•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly, motivated, and passionate about providing incredible customer service. About City Electric Supply CES is a family-owned electrical wholesaler with the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. Our "customer service first" core value has allowed us to grow continually for over 75 years while keeping our founding principle of empowering people to make local business decisions. CES now employs more than 7,400 people at over 1,100 branches worldwide, of which there are over 700 branches across North America. Our vision is to add 30-35 branches a year, while staying true to our Company values. Job Summary The Drives Specialist is expected to provide the sales support required to assist business development managers with the proper selection, customer acquisition, installation, and commissioning of application specific drives solutions. The roles acts as the primary technical expert on drive applications. Additionally, this expert will provide technical training to all required staff and/or customers.

Requirements

Has an educational background in electrical or mechanical engineering.
Has a professional background in drives systems.
Demonstrates proficiency in Siemens, Allen Bradley, Yaskawa, ABB, and related technologies.
In-depth technical knowledge of drives, motors, and industrial control systems.
Proficiency with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Yaskawa, ABB, or similar technologies.
Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
Customer-focused with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
Effective communication and training skills for internal and external audiences.
Ability to follow safe work practices and ensure compliance with standards.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects at once.
Adaptability and flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Initiative to identify and suggest improvements to applications and processes.
Team player who collaborates effectively with sales and other internal teams.

Responsibilities

Applies safe-work practices for installation and commissioning of drives.
Responsible for properly sizing and selecting application specific drives solutions.
Provides recommendations and technical expertise in the selection of motors, gearing, and drives for customer applications.
Demonstrates a complete understanding of the installation requirements and best practices for applications.
Programs and utilizes standard software features of drives.
Makes joint sales calls with field sales staff in support of drive applications.
Provides technical support to internal and external customers.
Conducts training for both internal associates and customers.
Responsible for achieving revenue and growth goals.
Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Ability to develop and maintain positive relations with customers, coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to multi-task and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work full-time or overtime, if necessary.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
401(k) company match program.
Telehealth.
Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.
Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Mental, physical, financial wellness.
Auto and Home Insurance discount.
Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.
Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.
Employee Discount Program.
Training Programs.
Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.