Power Generation Sales Representative

Interstate PowerSystems; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + uncapped月ly佣

Company vehicle

Company cell phone & laptop

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) Starting Day One

Paid Holidays + Floating Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Boot & Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee Discounts

Ongoing Technical & Sales Training

Job summary

Interstate Energy Systems is seeking a driven Power Generation Sales Representative to grow our Iowa market. You will develop relationships with contractors, municipalities, utilities, and end users to design and deliver reliable power generation solutions.

In this role you will manage the full sales cycle, provide technical consultations, and coordinate with engineering and service teams to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of outside sales experience in industrial sectors.
• Experience managing customer relationships in industrial/equipment sectors.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and propose solutions.
• Strong computer skills including CRM and MS Office.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a growth strategy for the Iowa territory.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities.
• Maintain and expand relationships with key accounts.
• Promote and sell generator systems, ATS, switchgear, paralleling controls, and related equipment.
• Collaborate with electrical contractors, consulting engineers, municipalities, utilities, and end users.
• Provide technical consultation, equipment recommendations, and budget pricing.
• Assist customers with system design concepts, equipment selection, and specification development.
• Manage projects through the complete sales cycle, including quotations, negotiations, submittals, and project handoff.
• Coordinate with engineering, service, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Track opportunities and customer activity within the company CRM system.
• Represent Interstate Energy Systems at trade shows, industry events, customer meetings, and training seminars.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, market conditions, and competitive activity.

Skills

Outside sales

Relationship building

Communication

Project management

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

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Sell Critical Power Solutions. Build Relationships. Earn Without Limits.

Interstate Energy Systems is seeking a driven, relationship-focused Power Generation Sales Representative to grow our market presence throughout Iowa. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious sales professional who thrives on developing new business, managing key accounts, and helping customers solve complex power generation challenges.

This role offers a competitive base salary, uncapped monthly commission, company vehicle, laptop, and cell phone, providing significant earning potential in an established territory with strong market opportunities.

As a trusted advisor, you'll work with contractors, consulting engineers, municipalities, healthcare facilities, industrial customers, data centers, utilities, and facility managers to identify, design, and deliver reliable power generation solutions.

Interstate Companies, Inc. is a dynamic organization employing more than 1,700 team members across five operating companies: Interstate Assembly Systems, Interstate Bearing Systems, Interstate Energy Systems, Interstate Power Systems, and I-State Truck Center. We are a recognized leader in power generation, heavy diesel, construction equipment, off-highway equipment, and agriculture equipment.

At Interstate, we take personal pride in our work and our customer relationships. That's why we live our Pride in Service philosophy in every interaction, every day.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute a growth strategy for the Iowa territory.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities.
• Maintain and expand relationships with existing customers and strategic accounts.
• Promote and sell generator systems, automatic transfer switches (ATS), switchgear, paralleling controls, and related power generation equipment.
• Collaborate with electrical contractors, consulting engineers, facility managers, municipalities, utilities, and end users.
• Provide technical consultation, equipment recommendations, and budget pricing.
• Assist customers with system design concepts, equipment selection, and specification development.
• Manage projects through the complete sales cycle, including quotations, negotiations, submittals, and project handoff.
• Coordinate with engineering, service, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Track opportunities and customer activity within the company CRM system.
• Represent Interstate Energy Systems at trade shows, industry events, customer meetings, and training seminars.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, market conditions, and competitive activity.

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated sales professional with a strong desire to win and grow market share.
• Proven ability to work independently while driving measurable results.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to develop new business while maintaining long-term customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen and customer-focused mindset.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel throughout Iowa, including overnight travel as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of successful outside sales experience; technical sales experience strongly preferred.
• Experience developing and managing customer relationships in industrial, commercial, construction, electrical, or equipment-related industries.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in power generation, electrical equipment, industrial equipment, or related industries.
• Knowledge of generator systems, ATS, switchgear, UPS systems, electrical distribution equipment, or critical power infrastructure.
• Experience working with consulting engineers, contractors, utilities, municipalities, healthcare systems, or industrial customers.
• Understanding of NEC, NFPA, and other electrical industry standards is a plus.
• Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Monthly Commission
• Company Vehicle
• Company Cell Phone & Laptop
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Starting Day One
• Paid Holidays + Floating Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Boot & Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Ongoing Technical & Sales Training

Why Interstate Energy Systems?

Interstate Energy Systems is a trusted provider of mission-critical power solutions throughout the Midwest. From standby generators and emergency power systems to complex engineered power solutions, our team helps customers keep their operations running when reliability matters most.

If you're a motivated sales professional looking for a high-growth opportunity with uncapped earning potential, strong support, and a respected industry leader, we'd like to hear from you.

Interstate Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.