Technical Sales Associate

A Chemtrade Company

Position: Technical Sales Associate

Primary Location: Home based Columbus, GA

Compensation: $75,000 base salary plus bonus

About This Position and About You

The Technical Sales Associate supports the company's environmental water and wastewater treatment business by providing technical sales, system evaluations, and treatment program recommendations. The role focuses on chemical and polymer treatment solutions for industrial, agricultural, and municipal wastewater applications, with an emphasis on food and meat processing facilities.

What You Need to Be Successful

* Willingness to travel across multi-state territories.

* Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Wastewater Technology, or related technical field required (or equivalent industry experience).

* Minimum 3-5 years of experience in industrial wastewater treatment, chemical treatment programs, environmental services, or related technical field.

* Demonstrated experience with industrial wastewater equipment (DAF systems, clarifiers, presses).

* Proven ability to calculate chemical dosages and apply treatment chemistry principles.

* Experience in technical sales or customer-facing industrial roles preferred.

Responsibilities

Customer Development & Account Management

* Develop, manage, and grow relationships with agricultural and food-processing customers, including meat processors, as well as other industries and municipalities.

* Assess customer challenges and recommend appropriate chemical and polymer treatment programs for pre-treatment prior to municipal discharge and full discharge treatment systems.

* Conduct on-site evaluations of wastewater treatment systems and processes.

* Collaborate with customers, municipal authorities, and internal technical teams to ensure compliant and effective treatment solutions.

* Prepare and present technical proposals, treatment recommendations, and cost justifications.

* Support implementation, troubleshooting, and optimization of treatment programs.

* Maintain accurate sales records, forecasts, and activity reports.

* Stay current on environmental regulations, wastewater treatment technologies, and industry best practices.

Technical knowledge & Application Wastewater & Process Equipment

* Apply working knowledge of industrial wastewater treatment systems and how chemical programs integrate with equipment such as:

o Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) systems

o Screw presses

o Clarifiers

o Belt presses

Chemical & Mathematical Competency

* Calculate and apply chemical treatment dosages, including:

o Parts per million (PPM)

o Grams per liter (g/L)

o Solution concentrations and dilution calculations

* Demonstrate basic understanding of chemical and polymer handling, application, and safety.

Electrical & Controls Knowledge

* Apply basic knowledge of industrial electronics and instrumentation, including:

o Low-voltage systems (e.g., 24 VDC)

o 4-20 mA inputs and outputs

* Communicate effectively with maintenance and operations personnel regarding control signals and equipment interfaces.

Process Piping

* Demonstrate basic understanding of process piping systems, including flow paths, injection points, and common piping components used in wastewater treatment applications.

Communication & Sales Effectiveness

* Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

* Build trust with customers, identify operational needs, and provide practical, value-driven solutions.

* Work independently while coordinating effectively with internal technical and sales teams.

What Polytec Offers You

Polytec Inc's mission is to provide effective water treatment programs to customers through quality service, products, and technology. Our chemical programs provide our industrial and municipal customers with innovative, custom-designed solutions that help them meet their pretreatment and direct-discharge permit requirements. Polytec maintains a large chemical and transportation network that provides each customer with quick and reliable service.

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

At Polytec, we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities, skills, and experiences of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward, and see our diversity as one of our greatest strengths.

Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization. Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of its employees.