Equipment Rental Specialist

Sunbelt Rentals; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 61,262,000 - 72,724,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Disability insurance

Life & Travel insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals in Slidell, LA is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to support telephone and walk-in customers with rentals of construction equipment.

This front-line role emphasizes understanding customer needs, negotiating orders, and delivering professional service, with opportunities for career growth and overtime.

Requires high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, familiarity with construction/industrial tools and equipment, and strong communication and administrative skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Familiarity with construction/industrial tools & equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with rentals via phone and in person.
• Negotiate orders and process rental agreements.
• Maintain accurate administrative records and paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Administrative skills

DOT Qualification

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Construction tools knowledge

Job description

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth.

If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career,

Job Description Summary

Inside Sales Representative

Are you seeking an entrepreneurial, empowering workplace that allows you to:

• Develop skills for career growth through an outside sales or operational management career track
• Use your inside sales or customer service skills for steady hours & potential overtime
• Work with an incredible team of people to make it happen for customers

The Equipment Rental Specialist is an inside sales role responsible supporting telephone and walk-in customers with rentals of all types of construction/industrial equipment. This position is considered the Company’s front line of contact with the customer, whose purpose is to understand customer equipment needs, negotiate and place orders. The role also requires strong administrative skills and an ability to deliver customer satisfaction through a professional attitude at all times.

Education or experience that prepares you for success:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Valid Driver’s license required
• Familiarity with various types of construction/industrial tools & equipment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities you may rely on:

• Previous equipment rental industry experience
• Strong customer service & telephone skills
• Solid computer and administrative skills
• Successful completion of the DOT Qualification process preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish or other) may be preferred in some locations

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with applicable laws.

Related experience may include: Account Manager, Rental Sales, Parts Sales, Service Manager, Customer Service Representative, Construction Manager, Tools Manager, Counter Sales Representative, Equipment Associate, Manager Trainee, Manager in Training, Skilled Craftsman, Brand Ambassador.

Base Pay Range: $21.38 - 25.38. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected class.

We believe in comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

Sunbelt’s extensive fleet exceeds and includes general construction equipment, industrial tools, pumps, power & HVAC, trench shoring, scaffolding, remediation & restoration equipment, and more.

Across locations, we value employee welfare and commitment. All our employees benefit from extensive on-the-job training, which is amongst the best in the industry. Our advancement opportunities are why many of our staff remain with us throughout their careers. Sunbelt Rentals means diversity, teamwork, recognition for exceptional performance, and room to grow!

We are proud to offer the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - US
• RRS Plan – CAN
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

Designed to serve distinct customer segments requiring a high level of technical expertise, Sunbelt Rentals offer a highly diversified product mix, as well as trained experts. Climate Control Services, Industrial Services, Tools & Equipment, Oil & Gas Services, Power & HVAC Services, Pile Driving Services, Pump Solutions, Scaffold Services, Remediation and Restoration.