Technical Service Representative I

About the role

LATICRETE International seeks a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team. As a member of the construction industry, this role supports the installation and use of physical building materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to architects, contractors, and distributors to advise on proper material selection for specific applications.
• Review architectural blueprints, details, and specifications to advise on proper material selection for specific applications.
• Draft specifications and details for architects, engineers, contractors, and distributors.
• Prepare technical documents / literature for architects, engineers, contractors, and distributors.
• Conduct seminars for architects, distributors, contractors, and other construction professionals.
• Investigate/settle customer service & product complaints diplomatically & professionally within authorized limits.
• Handle input/requests from sales/field personnel and update job file system.
• Identify and forward leads to sales department.
• Maintain professional conduct.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in construction industry.
• 2 years in technical support of a building material or product preferred.
• Fluency in 2nd language preferred.
• Physical strength to lift and carry minimum of 50 pounds frequently.
• Knowledge of architecture and construction practices and materials.
• Knowledge of LATICRETE products and applications preferred.
• Knowledge of competitive materials preferred.
• Technical communication and presentation abilities (some of which is on short notice).
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Intermediate knowledge of and functional proficiency in ERP and CRM systems; Oracle EnterpriseOne and SalesForce1 CRM system preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of competitive materials preferred.
• Technical communication and presentation abilities (some of which is on short notice).

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
• Flexible spending
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of the position and the employee.