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People are our Greatest Asset
A lot of companies talk about values and concern for their associates but the real proof is in employee turnover. Makita Canada Inc. boasts one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry. The average employee at Makita Canada Inc. has close to 10 years service.
At Makita Canada Inc. when positions do become available, we are committed to hiring talented individuals and offering the opportunity for personal development and training and advancement to complement an individual's accomplishments.
In addition to our regional sales offices in British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec, and our product assembly site in Whitby, Ontario, Makita Canada owns and operates Factory Service Centres across Canada staffed with qualified service technicians.
If you are interested in being considered for employment with Makita Canada Inc. please forward your résumé and letter of application to the following address:
Human Resources
Makita Canada Inc.
1950 Forbes Street
Whitby, ON
L1N 7B7
hr@makita.ca
For ease of reference and sorting when positions become available, please clearly note your geographic preference by province on your letter or application, as well as the type of position for which you wish to be considered (e.g. Sales, Technical Services, General Office, Production.)
If we do not currently have a position vacancy in your area of interest or in your geographic region, please feel free to submit your résumé for consideration in future position vacancies to:
hr@makita.ca
Current Openings
Ontario Product Specialist
Posted on : May 17th 2013.
Due to a recent promotion of the Ontario Region’s Makita Product Specialist, we are currently in the process of receiving and interviewing applicants for this position.
The person we seek must be a highly motivated and organized individual capable of working independently in support of the Ontario sales team. Responsibilities for the job will include introducing Makita products to end-users and organizations in support of our extensive dealer network throughout Ontario. In addition to the demonstration aspect of the position, the Product Specialist assists in product training, special marketing events and participation at other shows and demonstrations as requested by regional sales staff and approved by the Regional Manager.
Qualifications for this position include a minimum of 2 years’ successful sales experience in a wholesale or retail environment; knowledge of the power tool industry; and knowledge of the “inner workings” of power tools. Knowledge of the Ontario region would be a definite asset. A post-secondary education and expertise in a recognized trade or the construction industry would be beneficial. You must have a clean driving record and a valid driver’s licence for the operation of the demo truck and trailer. Extensive travel throughout Ontario is expected (including weekends), with frequent overnight travel (two to three days per week).
Makita Canada offers a competitive base salary as well as a comprehensive benefit program (including Group RSP). Please forward resumes and letters of application (including salary expectations) by May 31, 2013, to: email: v.rao@makita.ca
We thank all candidates for their interest, but advise that only those being interviewed will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.
