Title:  Technical Service Specialist- Water Treatment

A Place Where People Matter - Growing our People to Grow our Business 
We’re thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

About the position: Reporting to the Water Treatment Industry Manager-Eastern Canada, the Technical Service Specialist (TSS) will be responsible for supporting our Sales team on a technical level through lab trials and field trials for product selection and operational improvements and optimization at our customers operations. The position is focused on Water Treatment Industry development. 
 

What we offer:

• Paid training and development programs at every level
• Global career advancement and mentoring opportunities
• Education allowance
• Competitive salary, benefits to include; employer paid medical & dental, short term and long term disability coverage, pension with employer matched contributions
• Employee Resource Networks that are advocating for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the company

What you’ll do:

• Identify value added product options for customers operations focused heavily on Flocculants and Coagulants.
• Conduct field trials at customers operations to confirm and verify lab findings in full plant trial environments.
• Work with internal team and/or customers on new product formulations
• Respond to various customer’s technical or chemical performance queries. 
• Deliver internal technical training to personnel as required.
• Participate in joint calls with the sellers in the Region, to support and identify new growth opportunities
• Assist Water Treatment Conferences and network with the industry stakeholders
• Available to travel approximately 25% of the time or as business requires

What we would like from you:

• Post-secondary training in chemical science, chemical or petroleum engineering.
• 2-3 years of experience in technical sales or marketing (preferred but not required)
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Strong knowledge of the operation of Water and Wastewater treatment plants with a strong emphasis on coagulation and flocculation chemistries.
• Experience with the following lab scale equipment preferred; Scion 456 GC-FID, Perkin Elmer Spectrum, FT-IR, Hach DR 1900 Spectrophotometer, Turbidimeter, pressure filters, vacuum filters
• Ability to write technical laboratory reports and present findings to customers in a clear manner. #LI-Hybrid #LI-VL1

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet! 

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. 

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!  

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee.  Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.  

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.