Full-Time

Account Manager

Industrial Service

Startec

Startec

201-500 employees

Engineering and manufacturing modular process systems

No salary listed

Calgary, AB, Canada

In Person

Occasional travel for client site visits and industry events is required.

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales
CRM
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic qualification or equivalent, with experience in recreational and ammonia service, gas field work, or both.
  • At least 5 years of working experience in the skilled trades industry.
  • Extensive technical knowledge of refrigeration systems, components, and products.
  • Strong understanding of HVAC-R principles, including energy-efficient solutions and environmental regulations.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in managing documentation.
  • A proven record of achieving sales targets and building long-term client relationships.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical information to non-technical audiences.
  • Proficiency with customer relationship management systems and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for client site visits and industry events.
  • A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Responsibilities
  • Engage with clients, prospects, and leads to provide updates, address inquiries, and nurture relationships.
  • Establish and nurture long-term client relationships by providing valuable insights and solutions.
  • Conduct needs assessments, arrange client meetings, and tailor engagement strategies.
  • Address client concerns promptly, maintain accurate client records, and implement retention strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless client experience and share client insights.
  • Conduct post-job meetings, gather feedback, and use insights to improve service delivery.
  • Attend scheduled customer meetings for new and existing customers.
  • Represent Startec by providing customer-facing messaging and proposals.
  • Review incoming request-for-quotation opportunities and assess their relevance to Startec offerings.
  • Log all activities related to new leads in the customer relationship management tool.
  • Gather customer feedback and share it with the management team.
  • Collaborate with the sales administrator to coordinate sales efforts and maintain communication on ongoing activities and opportunities.
  • Work with the sales team to prepare and deliver sales presentations using marketing materials.
  • Prepare and deliver quotations and proposals, renew existing agreements, and negotiate contracts.
  • Pursue new business development opportunities and maintain an organized sales pipeline.
  • Collaborate with service coordinators and mechanics to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Monitor industry trends, conduct competitive analysis, and identify opportunities to differentiate services.
  • Oversee service agreements and maintenance projects to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 5 years of experience in a sales-related role is considered an asset.

Startec designs, manufactures, and services compression, processing, and refrigeration systems across North America. It acts as an integrated engineering equipment fabricator that specializes in modular design and packaging of process, refrigeration, and rotating equipment, delivering turnkey solutions. Startec Service handles field refrigeration and HVAC challenges, installation, and maintenance for cold storage, meat packing, food processing, and recreational ice facilities in Western Canada. Its goal is to provide customized, reliable refrigeration and processing systems by integrating engineering, fabrication, and on-site service to meet clients’ specific needs.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1976

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What believers are saying

  • Startec acquired Terravest Renewables on May 19, 2026, expanding RNG capabilities.
  • Startec partnered with Azolla Hydrogen in August 2026 for onsite hydrogen production units.
  • Startec opened new Edmonton space and headquarters operations in 2026, signaling growth.

What critics are saying

  • Aurora ransomware claimed exfiltration on May 12, 2026; payroll and customer files surfaced.
  • Stolen TLS keys and internal CA material threaten Startec.ca trust and operations immediately.
  • Oil-and-gas concentration still matters; U.S. demand exposure cannot offset a major breach.

What makes Startec unique

  • Startec has 50 years building modular gas-processing and refrigeration systems in Calgary.
  • Startec vertically integrates engineering, fabrication, construction, and service across North America.
  • Startec serves energy transition niches: RNG, hydrogen, CO2, helium, and flare capture.

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