Water Treatment Chemical Service Technician

Garratt Callahan Co•Chicago, IL

6d•$65,000 - $80,000•Remote

About The Position

Garratt-Callahan is seeking a Water Treatment Chemical Service Technician in Chicago, Illinois. This role supports sales by maintaining the existing customer base in Chicagoland, performing water treatment tests for customers primarily within driving distance of Chicago. The position offers the flexibility of working from home and the opportunity to train alongside veteran Territory Managers. The career track for this role is to become a Territory Manager, who are eligible for unlimited commission and a year-end bonus. As a Technical Sales Support/Service Technician, you will receive a competitive salary, expenses, benefits, and a car allowance. Ample technical support and continuous training are provided, with minimal paperwork. Compensation is based on experience and ability to succeed, with a first-year earning potential of $65,000 to $80,000 for a qualified candidate. Garratt-Callahan prioritizes committed employees for compensation and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Must have a 4-year science degree.
Must be a capable Chemist.
Must live in Chicagoland and be familiar with the industrial marketplace of the area.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Paper Science, or Water Resources.
One-year technical sales, or an internship related to water treatment chemicals is preferred, but we are willing to train and mentor.
Outside industrial sales experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Solve customers' water problems.
Treat industrial boilers and cooling towers to keep energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
Perform detailed water testing & analyses at Industrial sites, Medical Centers, data centers, and Commercial Buildings.
Help sell Garratt-Callahan's proprietary chemical blends, equipment, & monitoring technology.
Passivation of stainless steel in industrial water treatment systems.
Help sell corrosion & scale inhibitors, coagulants, flocculants, biocides, bio-augmentation, feed & monitoring equipment, water management plans, reverse osmosis products.
Help sell Water Safety Programs.
Keep our existing customers happy.
Help bring on new industrial customers.