Meter Specialist

Overview

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non‑residential and residential end markets nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain.

Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit to learn more.

Partner with sales to provide expertise and answer questions regarding products and services. Demonstrate how product/services can solve customer issues and create sales opportunities. This position requires operation of a company vehicle, and such operation is done consistently more than 30% of the average work week. If selected for this position, Core & Main will run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report.

A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR report.

• Develop strategic relationships with vendors in the following areas: negotiations, pricing, terms of sale, freight, and rebates.
• Develop new product from concept to implementation.
• Forecast, prospect and bid for new business, customers, markets and additional service opportunities.
• Provide field training and consultation to sales personnel on product information.
• Promote and reinforce business image as a total solutions provider.

• Demonstrate skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies or anomalies in more complex research/data.
• Work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor and/or direct "customers" of the process.
• May provide general guidance or direction to or train junior level support personnel or professional personnel.

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
• Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort.
• Typically requires overnight travel more than 30% of the time.

• Must pass pre‑employment assessment(s) if applicable.

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally, 2–5 years of experience in a related field; certification is required in some areas or MS/MA and generally 2–4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

• Experience in contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of customer business needs.
• Knowledge of municipal water and waste management.
• Knowledge of water distribution and water metering, wastewater collection systems.
• Knowledge of electrical supply and data communication protocols including 4‑20 mA, RS‑232, MODBUS, ASCII‑encoded output, and contact closure accumulation.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non‑job‑related information or protected characteristics.

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