Technical Service Representative, Protective & Marine Coatings

in Houston, TX

Technical Service Representative, Protective & Marine Coatings Job

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Job ID

55192
Req #

JOBREQ1800106203
Job Location

Houston, TX, US
Job Category

Sales

As a Technical Service Representative, you will conduct complaint investigations, product startup demonstrations, and applications assistance for our contractors/clients. Perform testing on coatings in the marine and heavy industrial segments for Protective & Marine Coatings (PMC). The Technical Services Technician will work independently and within teams to complete projects. You will represent the Houston, TX territory and report to the Manager of Field Tech Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Complaint investigations –investigate product complaints using defined test protocols, document and report results.

• Product benchmarking- conduct internal and external product testing, document and report results

• Applications testing - complete hands-on application testing

• Ensure that accurate safety attitudes, procedures, site rules are observed on all work programs and conduct work in a manner that protects self, co-workers, the environment, and the safety of the community.

• Operate and maintain field coating inspection test equipment following established specifications

Job Qualifications

Qualifications

• 3-5 years practical coating application in the marine or heavy industrial business segments is preferred.

• Prior experience with coating inspections.

• NACE/ AMPP/ SSPC completed courses.

• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with programs such as Word, Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Microsoft Office Suite.

This job posting may have multiple locations listed. A successful candidate may work remotely and not be offered to relocate. #LI-Remote

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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Who We Are [Press ENTER to keep reading or TAB to skip.]

PPG is the world’s leading coatings company, serving more industries than any of our competitors. From automobiles and jetliners to wind turbine blades, and from ocean-going vessels and water tanks to family homes, our coatings and specialty materials help our customers protect, enhance and beautify valued assets.

As part of our team, you’ll have access to world-class customers, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and leading-edge technology.

We operate with vision, ethics and integrity. Our vision is to continue to be the leading coatings and specialty products company. The PPG Vision is our roadmap to success and reflects our dynamic growth strategies and vision.

We support and empower our employees to make ethical decisions and promote a culture where employees are valued and respected.

We are defined by our social responsibility. We believe in operating globally and giving back locally. PPG employees are at the center of our efforts to create brighter and more colorful communities where we operate, providing meaningful contributions in our local communities.

With more than 47,000 employees across 70 countries, we have a powerful ability to make a positive impact in the places we call home. We are committed to a sustainable world and company. To PPG, being a successful business and sustaining the world go hand in hand.

We pioneer products on a global scale with beneficial energy, environmental and social attributes. We have significantly reduced energy and greenhouse gas emission intensity. And we continue to make progress toward our goal of having at least 30 percent of our sales from sustainable products by 2020.

Technical Service Representative, Protective & Marine Coatings

in Houston, TX