Technical Application Specialist - Water Treatment/Wastewater (Remote in Orlando Area)

Hawkins, Inc. is a trusted and well‑known leader in the chemical industry for over 80 years, with a growing Water Treatment business segment that supplies products and equipment across 27+ states. Location: Orlando, FL area based. About The Job Supports water treatment chemical sales efforts for industrial, municipal, metal finishing and food production markets. Conducts on‑site and/or laboratory product testing and selection for water treatment applications. Conducts "Coagulation Studies" for potable water products. Conducts wastewater product selection studies for municipal and industrial clarification. Conducts sludge dewatering studies for municipal and industrial applications. Conducts coagulation and permanganate demand studies and makes treatment recommendations for iron filtration systems. Assists professional organizations by assisting in professional training seminars. Assists in developing new products and applications for Hawkins, Inc. products and services. Conducts/assists in implementing plant trials for potable water and wastewater applications. Troubleshoots customer treatment systems and makes recommendations for performance improvement. Assists in training of Hawkins Water Treatment Group personnel in potable and wastewater applications. Assists the sales force in making potable water scale and corrosion treatment recommendations, as well as Bio‑Augmentation program recommendations. About You Four‑year degree or equivalent experience required; degree focused in Biology, Chemistry or Engineering preferred. Previous sales experience preferred. Excellent selling skills and successful sales experience. Ability to identify appropriate business opportunities and key personnel within accounts. Ability to gain customers’ and peers’ trust. Demonstrated ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions. Ability to professionally and positively present information about Hawkins products and services. Strong computer skills; must be able to work with computers and software systems, preferably JDE. Excellent customer service skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good problem‑solving skills. Strong math skills, including ability to perform calculations to determine flow rates, etc. Excellent organization and time management skills; strong negotiation skills. Strong attention to detail. Effective organizational and follow‑through skills required. History of working in a field that required autonomy and self‑motivation. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. 10–20 feet up to 10 times per day; ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently. Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day. Ability to work in facilities where temperatures may range from 45 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, and outside in all weather conditions (all four seasons). Able to perform manual dexterity tasks. Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching.

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Up to 50%. Expected Compensation $80,000–$100,000 + 10% bonus eligibility. Benefits Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays. For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug‑Free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hawkins, Inc.