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Retail Territory Manager

Winona, MN · On-site

$56K - $77K/yr

Provide expert, on-site sales consultation to customers, securing incremental opportunities and executing HQ programs * Plan for Growth: Tailor data-driven sales strategies to store demographics and ...

Rig Consulting information

What is rig consulting?

Rig consulting is a specialized service in the oil and gas industry that provides expert advice and oversight on drilling rig operations. Rig consultants are experienced professionals who help ensure drilling projects are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards. They often assist with equipment selection, crew management, troubleshooting, and optimizing drilling processes. Their expertise is valuable for reducing downtime, preventing accidents, and maximizing productivity on drilling sites.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rig consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rig Consultant, you need extensive knowledge of drilling operations, safety regulations, and petroleum engineering, often supported by a degree in engineering or significant industry experience. Proficiency with drilling software, well planning tools, and certification in safety standards like IWCF or Well Control is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and coordinating with stakeholders onsite. These competencies ensure safe, efficient drilling operations and help prevent costly errors in high-risk environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in rig consulting, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Rig Consulting often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple stakeholders, managing tight project timelines, and ensuring compliance with stringent safety and environmental regulations. Effective communication skills, proactive project management, and a strong understanding of industry standards can help overcome these hurdles. Additionally, staying updated on the latest technologies and best practices in drilling operations is crucial for delivering successful consulting outcomes.

What is the difference between Rig Consulting vs Drilling Engineer?

AspectRig ConsultingDrilling Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree, certifications in project management or safetyRequires engineering degree, specialized drilling certifications
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, client sites, project officesOn-site at drilling locations, oil rigs, or offshore platforms
Employer & IndustryConsulting companies, oil & gas industryOil & gas companies, drilling contractors

Rig Consulting involves advising clients on drilling projects, focusing on project management, safety, and efficiency. Drilling Engineers design and oversee drilling operations directly on rigs. While both roles require engineering expertise and industry knowledge, Rig Consulting emphasizes advisory services, whereas Drilling Engineers focus on technical execution at drilling sites.

What are popular job titles related to Rig Consulting jobs in Minnesota?

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Infographic showing various Rig Consulting job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 82% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Sales Representative, End User - Minneapolis, MN

ASSA ABLOY

Brooklyn Park, MN

$75K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Sales Representative, End User

 

Location: Minneapolis, MN

ASSA ABLOY is a global leader in door opening solutions dedicated to providing a safe, secure, and accessible building environment. Every day, we help billions of people move through a safer, more open world with ease. If you've ever walked through an automatic door, stayed in a hotel, or gone through passport control, you've probably used one of our products or services. ASSA ABLOY's offerings include products and services related to locks, doors, gates, and entrance automation such as controlling access and confirming identities with keys, cards, tags, mobile and biometric identity verification systems, mechanical and digital locks, cylinders, security doors and automated entrances.

Are you as passionate as we are in servicing our customers in the healthcare, school, university, military, and commercial building setting?  We provide unsurpassed security and life-safety solutions and the essential support services (LEED consultation, code compliance, access control system integration, product research and selection, specification writing services, technical support, etc.) to ensure well-functioning doorway systems in the commercial building industry.  If so, we have an exciting opportunity on our ASSA ABLOY sales team that is meant for you.

What you will be doing:

In this role, you will be responsible for calling on Facility Managers, Security Directors, IT Directors, and Construction and Planning Departments within an end user account.  Additionally, you will partner with local selling partners including wholesalers, integrators, locksmiths, and distributors to maximize positive impact with end user accounts. We need a sales professional capable of relationship and technical solution selling within the commercial construction, multi-family, and property management market segments to gain approval for the product lines represented by Door Security Solutions. You can expect to be part of a fun, hardworking team with colleagues dedicated to mutual success.

Key areas you will contribute to the role include: 

  • Communicate effectively with a variety of decision makers and influencers including locksmiths, facility managers, IT networking managers, and executives.
  • Develop short and long-term sales plans.
  • Identify and classify the sales potential of each client.
  • Establish a network of clients with a high level of trust, developing relationships quickly and easily.
  • Sell opening solutions as a consultant using a communication approach that can be effective with a diverse audience.
  • Apply discovery abilities including prospecting, profiling, qualifying, identifying client needs, and presenting solutions.

What we are looking for:

  • You have an entrepreneurial spirit and are excited about selling a full range of door opening solutions.
  • You are detail-oriented, organized, and known for follow-up habits.
  • You are a self-motivated, organized individual who takes pride in attention to details and accuracy in their work.
  • You're a multi-tasker who can manage time and projects proficiently.
  • You're a strong communicator, active listener, and negotiator.
  • You can work independently but believe in teamwork.
  • You have the ability to read, understand specifications/facility standards, and have industry-related technical and sales aptitude.
  • Ability to travel (up to 50%) within territory and meet to the requirements of customers.
  • Ability to perform responsibilities both in a home office environment or while traveling.
  • You can lift/carry up to 50 lbs. of sample and display material for sale presentations.

Education and/or experience:

 

  • Your background includes a College/University degree (preference for specialization in related curricula such as: architectural design/engineering, construction science/management, or similar), or have work experience commensurate with, minimum high school/GED diploma.
  • Minimum 2 - 3 years of sales experience, with building material or construction-related experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Utilization and maintenance of CRM tools for sales and activity reporting.
  • Working knowledge of industry-related software is a plus.

ASSA ABLOY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including bonus, a 401(k) plan, education assistance, company car, and an environment that reflects our commitment to our employees. The wage range for this role is $75K - $100K and considers a broad scope of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions. Pay within each range is based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, to primary work job-related knowledge, skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, business requirements, geographic location and other business and organizational needs. This salary range is a reasonable estimate for this position at the time of posting. ASSA ABLOY conducts regular review of compensation ranges and therefore reserves the right to alter this range at any given time.

Working for ASSA ABLOY means that you will be part of a dynamic environment, developing innovative solutions to improve our customers' lives. As the global leader in door opening solutions, we are using the latest technologies to open doors to events, hospitals, education, homes, hotels, airports and businesses. Joining ASSA ABLOY means being part of a fast-moving company with many opportunities.

"Let's open the doors to the future - together!"

ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.