Drives Specialist (44408) - S Record St Dallas, Texas, United States

Description · Looking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly, motivated, and passionate about providing incredible customer service. · About City Electric Supply  · CES is a family-owned electrical ...

Job description

Description

Looking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly, motivated, and passionate about providing incredible customer service.

About City Electric Supply 

CES is a family-owned electrical wholesaler with the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. Our "customer service first" core value has allowed us to grow continually for over 75 years while keeping our founding principle of empowering people to make local business decisions. CES now employs more than 7,400 people at over 1,100 branches worldwide, of which there are over 700 branches across North America.  Our vision is to add 30-35 branches a year, while staying true to our Company values. 

Job Summary

The Drives Specialist provides technical sales support for the selection, application, installation, and commissioning of industrial drives solutions. This role acts as the primary technical expert on variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo drives, and related motor control systems. The Drives Specialist also delivers technical training to internal teams and customers, helping ensure successful application and long-term performance of drive systems.

Essential Job Functions 

• Apply safe-work practices for installation and commissioning of drives.
• Responsible for properly sizing and selecting application specific drives solutions.
• Provides recommendations and technical expertise in the selection of motors, gearing, and drives for customer applications.
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of the installation requirements and best practices for applications.
• Programs and utilizes standard software features of drives.
• Makes joint sales calls with field sales staff in support of drive applications.
• Provides technical support to internal and external customers.
• Conducts training for both internal associates and customers.
• Responsible for achieving revenue and growth goals.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relations with customers, coworkers and supervisors.

Qualifications

Education/Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with industrial drives, motor control systems, VFDs, servo drives, and associated automation technologies.
• Knowledge of motor control applications, drive programming, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety standards and OSHA requirements related to drive and motor control installations.

Competencies

• In-depth technical knowledge of drives, motors, and industrial control systems.
• Proficiency with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Yaskawa, ABB, or similar technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Customer-focused with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Effective communication and training skills for internal and external audiences.
• Ability to follow safe work practices and ensure compliance with standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects at once.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Initiative to identify and suggest improvements to applications and processes.
• Team player who collaborates effectively with sales and other internal teams.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) company match program.
• Telehealth.
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
• Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.
• Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mental, physical, financial wellness.
• Auto and Home Insurance discount.
• Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.
• Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Training Programs.
• Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
• In some jurisdictions, state or local laws address sick leave or other leaves of absence. The Company complies with all such laws. This policy shall apply only to the extent it does not conflict with applicable law.

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing.  The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.   

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EEO Statement 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.  We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

EEO Statement 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.  We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

Attention Applicants

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City Electric Supply is a drug free workplace.  For further information about CES, visit our website