About the Role
Trade Specialist
Remote, United States
Remote
ID: 5732
Job Description
Operating Company Job Function
ServiceChannel Managed Services – Trade Specialist
ServiceChannel is seeking skilled tradespeople to enhance the SC Managed program and evolve our “Facility Management as a Service” offering. Joining the SC Managed Facility Services team as a Trade SME, you will specialize in one or more trades such as HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, or general maintenance, while also taking on varied roles—from strategic planning to hands-on tasks—adapting to the team’s daily needs. This role involves providing top-notch facilities support to clients in the convenience store/fuel, grocery/supermarket, restaurant, and retail sectors. We’re looking for a collaborative individual who is adaptable, capable of juggling diverse responsibilities, and adept at devising innovative solutions to emerging challenges.
Where you’ll make an impact:
- You will drive results in developing the SCM Solution by taking ownership of both provider and client success through the SCM Trade Specialist solution. Team members will leverage ServiceChannel’s software tools and established process flows to provide a high level of trade repair expertise to our Managed Clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review all proposals submitted within your trade expertise to ensure accuracy for our clients related to the customers repair need and adhere to proposal submission SLAs
- Focus on labor hours, parts, material mark-up, etc. so our goal of most transparent pricing for our clients is fulfilled
- Strong attention to detail in comparing the problem description vs. providers diagnosis and recommended scope of work for repair resolution to ensure the solution fits the need.
- Collaborate with internal teams during RFPs to ensure all questions are answered clearly and accurately
- Use trade knowledge and background to evaluate complicated work tasks for clients with multiple locations requiring service or projects
- Review all work where the scope goes beyond normal repairs or established not to exceed (NTEs) and provide timely approvals
- Update and document work order information in a timely fashion throughout the work order’s lifecycle
- Collaborate with internal teams during client meetings and presentations
- Learn and apply the standard operating procedures as well as identifying ways to improve them
- Present the value of the trade specialist team to clients during regular business reviews
- Attend client or provider meetings as needed for trade expertise
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of experience in general contracting, handyman services, painting, and roofing for commercial spaces such as grocery stores, restaurants, and retail outlets, with electrical trade skills being advantageous.
- Critical: Proficient in building relationships with diverse teams, clients, and providers through an easygoing interpersonal approach.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proven data analysis and presentation abilities for various audiences, including executive level
- Solid prioritization with multitasking capabilities
- Experience or readiness to create and deliver presentations alongside Facility Coordinators
- Background in Customer Service
- Strong attention to detail
- Innovative and resourceful mindset, especially in uncertain scenarios
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SaaS platforms
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience and/or familiarity with ServiceChannel
- Facility Management Services or IFM
- Trade Certifications a plus