Chemical Specialist

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.

What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2024 USA Great Place to Work certified company:

A position that is: Hourly Full time Mon-Fri

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays

• Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Company provided phone and tablet
• Company provided vehicle
• Company provided tools and personal protective equipment
• Career advancement opportunities

The primary responsibility of a Chemical Specialist is to perform on-site technical service support as it relates to the chemical performance for our customers. In the vehicle wash industry this is done through conducting chemical audits, volumetric analysis, and optimize chemical usage at customer sites. This role will assist in all regions with: Delivery, Routing, Training, Start-Ups and Customer Chemical Related Emergencies (Deliveries/Cleaning).

This role will collaborate with all Company adjacencies, internal support team members and peers. Assist day-to-day technical requirements tied to servicing our customers. This role is required to participate in trade shows, Division-related associations, and educational initiatives. Mentorship will be developed through the Sales Team, service team, and Lab.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Service existing chemical wash accounts, trouble-shoot cleaning issues, perform on-site titrations, perform usage analysis, and document each
• Manages time effectively and able to efficiently follow routes and complete assigned tasks
• Conduct cleaning efficiency & guest experience evaluations, provide written documentation follow up
• Assist in chemical customer satisfaction through regular customer visits on route
• Develop efficiencies in organizing daily work schedule
• Ability to adjust priorities according to specific customer need and urgency
• Assist Operations with delivery and route management
• Execute emergency deliveries and chemical related service
• Keep a pulse on industry competition: i.e. emerging technology, new chemistries, marketing trends, and competitive costing.
• Provide technical chemical training for customers and inside sales professionals
• Develop professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Attends educational workshops set-forth by Sales and Technical Service Management through our industry partners and suppliers
• Active participant in Company functions and events

Education

• Associate degree or equivalent experience

Experience/Training

• 1-3 years related work experience within chemistry, lab, chemicals, or car wash industry
• Strong verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with teammates at all levels
• General mechanical understanding and interests

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver's license

Technology/Equipment

• Requires general computing skills, including the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite

Travel

• Must have the ability to travel overnight as business needs dictate

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

This role will require continuous speaking and listening skills daily. Communication is an essential part of this role. In addition, this role will require a significant amount of walking, standing, and moving in and out of vehicles and buildings which will include bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing and the ability to lift 60lbs. This role will also require travel via an automobile throughout each day. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This position is typically a very fast paced and demanding position. Customer needs are top priority when the season is busy, and adjustments are needed for quality vehicle washing. Will be required to test products as they are being applied to vehicles. Environment can be slippery, wet, loud, and chaotic. Safety practices and equipment must always be utilized and enforced. The position does require travel by car.

The anticipated hiring range for the role you are applying for is between $23.52 and $29.95 hourly. This anticipated hiring range is based on several factors, and subject to increase based on the below:

1. Experience and qualifications: The depth of relevant experience and specific skills you bring to the position.
2. Education and certifications: Any additional qualifications that enhance your ability to succeed in the role.
3. Market and industry benchmarks: We compare compensation packages with industry standards to ensure we are competitive.
4. Internal equity: We strive to maintain pay equity across the organization to ensure fairness for all teammates performing similar work.

Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.