Account Associate - Chemical Solutions and Monitoring

Job Description

Join Veolia as an Account Associate in our Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM) division and begin your career journey in innovation and sustainability!

About This Opportunity

We’re seeking an entry-level Account Associate to support Veolia’s mining and heavy industry customer base in northern Minnesota while learning the fundamentals of technical service, customer support, and account development. You’ll work closely with experienced Account Managers and Field Service professionals, supporting industrial and mining customers while developing hands-on experience in chemical application systems, dust control performance, and customer-facing technical service.

What You Will Do

• Learning & Development: Shadow Account Managers to learn chemical treatment programs for Dust Control, Material Handling, Antiscalant, Solid-Liquid Separation, Cooling Water, Boiler Water, Wastewater and Memchem
• Data Collection & Analysis: Collect and run samples, evaluate treatment data, and assist in preparing technical reports under Account Manager supervision
• Technical Training: Complete comprehensive technical training programs to build foundational knowledge in chemical applications and water treatment processes
• Customer Support: Assist with customer visits and service calls to gain exposure to industrial environments and customer relationship building
• Administrative Support: Help maintain customer records, assist with sample scheduling, and support account documentation
• Report Writing: Prepare preliminary technical reports and data summaries for review and approval by Account Manager
• Safety Compliance: Follow all EHS policies and procedures while learning safe work practices in industrial settings

Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental, preferred) or Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science, preferred. Recent graduates or candidates with 0-2 years of relevant experience are welcome.
• Interest in water & process chemical treatment
• Strong academic background or internship experience in technical fields and/or industrial environments
• A full valid driver's license and willingness to travel (a learner's permit or G1/G2 class will not qualify)

Key Characteristics

• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical expertise
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a mentoring environment
• Comfortable learning in industrial environments
• Enthusiasm for environmental sustainability and water treatment

What Success Looks Like

• Successfully complete all required technical training programs
• Demonstrate proficiency in sample collection and basic data analysis
• Contribute accurate and timely support to Account Manager activities
• Build foundational knowledge of customer industries and applications
• Show progression toward independent technical analysis capabilities
• Maintain safety standards and professional conduct at all customer sites

Additional Information

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll receive comprehensive mentoring, extensive technical and commercial training, and clear pathways for career advancement in the growing field of water treatment and environmental sustainability.

This position offers excellent learning opportunities and is designed to prepare you for advancement to Account Representative level.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation

The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $79,825.00 - $85,000.00 USD.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

We also offer...

Opportunity for advancement. A place to build a career!

Training in valuable skills

Opportunity for new challenges. We’re growing!

Strong leadership team!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.