La Porte, TX, USA
31 days ago
Utility and Commercial Truck Sales Rep

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

The commissioned Sales Representative for Utility and Commercial Trucks (Sales Rep – UTE) will focus on driving profitable revenue for these trucks and related assets.  Within their assigned Hub scope of responsibility.  In partnership internally with all United Rentals sales staff the Outside Sales Rep will champion our utility truck and equipment product line to drive the business within the region.  The Outside Sales Rep should focus approximately 70% of their time working closely with and supporting internal sales staff  support with existing power vertical relationships to further our share of wallet, with 20% spent on prospecting across non-power utility opportunities (e.g. Sign / lighting, etc.).  This position will provide significant expertise and sales support by bringing deep product knowledge to customer interactions in the specialized utility truck and equipment space.

What you’ll do:

Successful growth of the utility truck & equipment program within the region, through leveraging existing customer relationships to drive volumes in the power vertical space

Support all United Rentals sales staff, local reps to execute utility dealsTake ownership of assigned substations / service centers to ensure bottom up organizational knowledge of United Rentals product offeringsRide with and coach existing sales team members to deepen understanding of product lineAttend sales meetings, sales training keeping the utility product line front of mind for our broader sales teamWork directly with customers on specs, applications, machine use

Revenue Opportunities outside the power vertical:

Prospecting a list of target, non-national, non-strategic accounts outside the power verticalSuccess with developing accounts can lead to the account being assigned to the Utility Outside Sales RepWork with Strategic and Key Account Managers / Government reps to ensure non-power vertical opportunities are covered

Team interaction, Education and reporting:

Attend district / region sales meetings and training sessions, keeping the utility product line front of mind for our broader sales teamEducate internal sales staff on an informal and formal basis to effectuate solid “handoffs” to drive profitable revenue. Report on efforts and keep a robust pipeline using our technology tools

Requirements:

High School Diploma5 – 7 years minimum utility, lineman or equivalent experienceExcellent interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively at all levelsProven track record of successCDL a plusKnowledge of Utility and commercial space / product knowledgeResponsivenessCustomer problem solvingIndependent worker and self-starterComputer skills (Outlook, MS Excel, Word)Strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on collaborating and conflict resolutionAbility to multi-task, plan and organize time

Travel throughout Region / multiple regions approximately 75%, much of which would be driving vs. flying.  Driver’s License required

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures. 

Why join us?

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

Paid Sick Leave

An inclusive and welcoming culture

Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.

Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture. United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

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