Regional Technical Specialist (Filtration Focus)

The Regional Technical Specialist will be responsible for leading the overall revenue and growth in specific areas of business by branch or segment improve profitability and revenue growth. The Regional Sales Product Specialist will work together with stakeholders to understand market trends, competition and develop new market growth strategies as it relates to projects in specialty sectors of the business.

What we do:

At Rain for Rent, we move water—every day. As the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions, we’re recognized for our systems engineering expertise, cost-effective problem solving, and the high value we deliver to organizations facing critical liquid management challenges. Our experienced teams, supported by skilled engineers, are continually redefining what customers expect from a liquid handling provider. We design innovative equipment and harness cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of the toughest environments. From water handling and irrigation to temporary liquid storage, our solutions consistently exceed customer expectations for quality and service. We are committed to completing every project safely, efficiently, on time—and done right the first time.

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Rain for Rent employees take great pride in being part of a family-owned company with a rich and enduring legacy. For over 91 years, we’ve delivered consistent, high-quality products and services to our customers. With more than 70 locations across the U.S., Canada, and the UK, Rain for Rent remains committed to excellence. Honesty and integrity are at the core of everything we do. Our dedicated team strives to exceed expectations through exceptional service and unwavering quality.

Summary:

The Regional Technical Specialist will be responsible for leading the overall revenue and growth in specific areas of business by branch or segment improve profitability and revenue growth. The Regional Sales Product Specialist will work together with stakeholders to understand market trends, competition and develop new market growth strategies as it relates to projects in specialty sectors of the business.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in mechanical, civil engineering, environmental science, or Hydrology.
• Must have 3 (3) to 5 (5) years of experience in industrial sales.
• Five (5) or more years of project management experience.
• Very strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and negotiating skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her manager.

• Achieve annual sales targets within the region.
• Establishing new and maintaining the strong and professional customer client relations; project management of major projects.
• Evaluate and recommend filtration applications to suit the customer’s needs.
• Create successful sales and marketing approaches to address needs of each branch within the region.
• Work with Inside Sales Support to generate sales reports, proposals, and quotations.
• Evenings, weekends (on-call) and frequent travel within the region is a component of this position.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; trade shows, professional publications and maintain personal networks.
• Make professional presentations, negotiate deals, and obtain signed contracts for filtration projects.
• Manage both short- and long-term projects.
• Working with RVP's, RSM's, Branch Managers and sales team through the sales process of any filtration project. This may include ride along with sales reps, job walks with customers and any other task associated with the filtration projects.
• Achieve assigned sales quota, revenue, and gross margin objectives.
• Increase market share within end-user customers in assigned territory.
• Actively target, develop, maintain, and close funnel of sales opportunities and document all sales activity through customer relationship management system.
• Acts in accordance with Rain for Rent’s Safety culture.

Travel:

This position requires significant overnight travel (up to 50%) by land and/or air.

What we offer:

At Rain for Rent, we take pride in taking care of our team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Our offerings include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Competitive base salary
• Nine paid holidays and a generous paid time off (PTO) program
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education
• Company-sponsored training and career development opportunities
• Pet insurance and many other valuable perks

We are proud to support those who have served our country. We are honored to share that Rain for Rent has earned the Military Friendly® Employer Gold (MFE) Gold Designation for 2026! This is our fourth consecutive year being recognized, and our second year achieving Gold-level distinction. We are committed to hiring and supporting veterans. When you join the Rain for Rent team, you're not just building a career—you’re building meaningful relationships, doing work that matters, and making a positive impact in your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.