We are hiring a full-time creative, resourceful customer service representative (CSR) in Vancouver WA. In this role, you will provide professional and timely support to our sales team and customers. As a leading industrial distributor (and Fortune 1000 company), we realize we are only as strong as our dedicated team. Selling millions of industrial products to all types of customers takes special skill and that's where you come in.

Why join us?

Applied is listed as one of the World's Best Employers by Forbes for 2021. We have earned the Outstanding Employer Support award from the US Navy, and we are a GSA approved vendor. Applied has been fortunate to retain associates who have built long lasting careers. 25% of our U.S. team has 20+ years of service!

In addition to competitive hourly pay, monthly, quarterly, and annual bonus opportunities, and all the benefits you'd expect from an industry leader (401K with company match, insurance, time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, etc.) you will also enjoy:

• A LASTING CAREER - Career paths are available in sales, operations, or management throughout the country
• Professional development and training
• Great work / life balance
• Team oriented company culture where it's called work for a reason but have fun in the process. Customers can hear that in your voice
• Join a local team with company backing

What you'll do:

In our fast-paced team environment, you will partner with our customers and Account Managers to find products and services, solve customer needs, and build ongoing positive business relationships.

• Customer inquiries, quotes, order processing, expediting / returns
• Sourcing parts
• Assist in generating sales

Requirements:

• 2+ year customer service or inside sales experience
• Written and verbal communication skills, including English grammar
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license & clean driving record (MVR)
• Hydraulic and/or industrial automation experience a plus

In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated pay range for this position in Vancouver WA is $23- 25/hr depending on experience, plus an annual bonus opportunity. Bonus amounts are tied to location and company performance and historically have generally been between $0 - $3,490year, though no specific amount is guaranteed.

As the world's largest fluid power distributor, the Applied Fluid Power network of companies provide dedicated fluid power support and custom designed solutions that meet customer performance goals and keep industry running. Capabilities include system integration, manifold design, machining and assembly, electronic controls, fabrication, fluid filtration, programming, high speed hose assembly, engineering, repair services, and more. Additionally, Applied Fluid Power has one of the largest teams of Certified Fluid Power Specialists, Certified Electronic Control Specialists and Certified Fluid Power Mechanics to assist with problem solving, system building, troubleshooting, and other custom requirements.

Applied Fluid Power is a part of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an email to hiring@applied.com or call 216-426-4389to let us know the nature of your request.