Technical Route Sales Rep - Water Treatment
About The Position
The Route Sales (Technical Sales Rep) position combines sales, customer service, delivery, and travel throughout an assigned territory. Working independently as part of a small, efficient, and flexible branch team, the representative contributes to safety, customer satisfaction, and sales growth. The work week is generally Monday through Friday, with 10+ hour days and occasional overnight routes. Driving, chemical handling, and sales skills are learned through paid on-the-job training. The role includes field work and hands-on physical tasks, building long-term customer relationships, delivering chemical products, and providing technical support and equipment service. Compensation is expected to be $60,000–$70,000 per year, with an opportunity to earn commission.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement; must be at least 21 years old to obtain it, and have a driving record that meets company requirements.
- Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.
- Strong communication skills and follow-through.
- Prior sales experience or the ability to learn.
- Basic computer and math skills.
- Physically able to frequently lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift 75 pounds; safely operate a forklift; climb in and out of the truck and onto and off the truck gate; repeatedly enter customer sites; reach overhead and perform manual tasks; and work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions while wearing required PPE and following safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Call on existing and new customers to maintain and grow business through sales efforts, problem-solving, and technical support of chemical products and equipment.
- Develop productive relationships with new and existing customers.
- Efficiently and safely deliver chemical and other products to customers using a company truck, usually a 26,000-pound straight/box truck.
- Provide hands-on equipment service, which may include visually inspecting, repairing, and adjusting chemical feed equipment.
- Contribute to branch operations, including warehouse functions such as shipping, receiving, and inventory.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability coverage
- 401(k) match
- Employee Stock Purchase program
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
