Emco Corporation: Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, Industrial, Irrigation, Fire Protection

Strategic Development Program Trainee - Business Analyst

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$50,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Nov 14, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The trainee will rotate through various business functions including warehouse logistics, operations, and account management. They will work with a high-performing team to improve business processes and operational efficiencies.

Job details

Company Description With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada. At EMCO Corporation WATERWORKS, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service. We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve. Why Join Our Team? EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way! In addition, we will offer you: Great mentors and on-the-job training Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions Work-life balance and flex time Job Description As a Strategic Development Program Trainee - Business Analyst at Ottawa Waterworks, you will progress through a phased program to learn every aspect of our business from shipping and receiving, to sales, operations, purchasing, account management and everything in between. Additional duties will include: Phase 1 -Warehouse Logistics Learn the products we sell, how they get from the vendor to the customer and understand all levels of sales support. You will be working in the yard and warehouse packing orders, serving customers, receiving and putting away inventory and general maintenance. Phase 2 - Operations Get involved in our customer service, inventory and pricing controls, credit management, customer visits, monitor lien and bond rights, review expenses, manage contracts and pricing structures, financial statements, social media postings and much more... Phase 3 - In this phase, you can take all of your training and put it into practice. You will be working with a high performing team to help improve business processes and efficiencies. Qualifications College and/or University degree - business or accounting preferred. Positive attitude and results oriented mindset Desire to continuously learn and grow Excellent customer service and organizational skills Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity Ability to work well independently and in a team setting Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates Proficient in Microsoft Office software Additional Information Salary Range - $50,000 EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should possess a college or university degree, preferably in business or accounting. A positive, results-oriented mindset and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.