Technical Sales Representative - Southern Illinois

Nalco Company currently needs a Technical Sales Representative to sell and provide service to the Coal Mining industry located in the Southern Illinois/Evansville, IN area. This position will require the sale of new business opportunities and account management of chemical programs at existing customers. His/Her responsibility will be to work with facility engineers to improve the efficiency of the customer's plant operations. The service aspect of the position includes, among other things: demonstration of the benefits of the chemical programs, evaluation of plant operating equipment, data acquisition and monitoring, writing service reports and maintaining current operation manuals. The sales representative will pro-actively make recommendations as part of a program of continuous improvement. This position has a strong base salary, with a generous commission plan and a company vehicle.


Nalco is the leading provider of integrated water treatment and process improvements services, chemicals and equipment programs for industrial and institutional applications that serves more than 60,000 customer locations representing a broad range of end markets. It has established a global presence with more than 10,000 employees operating in 130 countries, supported by a comprehensive network of manufacturing facilities, sales offices and research centers. In 2005, Nalco achieved sales of $3.3 billion. REQUIREMENTS


The desired candidate will have the following:

A four year degree, preferably in either mining, chemical, or mechanical engineering

At least 5 years of coal prep experience preferred

Past sales experience is a big plus.

Excellent oral and written communications skills

An outgoing personality

A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.

EEO/AA Employer

Nalco is an Equal Opportunity Employer, relying on the diversity of our workforce to drive innovation and growth. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, as well as unlimited opportunities for professional growth and development. Nalco's objective is to hire and retain the best talent regardless of background, age, religion, ethnic origin, nationality, disability or sexual orientation. In this regard, we are taking immediate, real actions targeted towards developing a practical and sustainable approach to diversity and inclusion on a global basis.