Regional Sales Manager Trainee

Sewer Equipment; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision after 60 days

401k with company match after 1 year

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Sewer Equipment seeks a travel-focused Field Demonstration Specialist to work with customers and dealers across assigned territories. You will demonstrate heavy machinery, educate on operation, safety, and benefits, and support field sales efforts.

Extensive travel is required; prior industry experience is not mandatory as training is provided. Includes potential career growth into Inside/Outside Sales roles and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively across territories.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer and dealer sites to demonstrate equipment.
• Support sales teams in the field and at trade shows.
• Provide hands-on demonstrations and training.
• Transport demo gear and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Attend field demos and customer events.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Self-motivated travel

Mechanical aptitude

Basic engines/water pumps/vacuum

MS Office

Education

Business degree (Assoc or Bachelors)

CDL Class A with Tank Endorsement

Job description

This is a travel-focused, hands-on role that works directly with customers and dealers across assigned territories. The primary responsibility is to travel with and demonstrate heavy machinery, educating customers on the safe operation, features, and benefits of our equipment. This is a traveling position, supporting field demonstrations, dealer visits, customer sites, and trade shows.

This role is an excellent entry point into a growing company and industry. Previous team members in this position have successfully advanced into Inside Sales and Outside Sales roles. No prior industry experience is required - we will train you.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Travel regularly to customer and dealer locations to demonstrate equipment operation, safety, and benefits.
• Work closely with sales managers and dealer sales teams to support sales efforts in the field.
• Provide hands-on equipment demonstrations and training for customers and dealers.
• Transport, pick up, and deliver demo equipment safely using company trucks and trailers.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure cleanliness of demo equipment, trucks, and trailers.
• Attend and work trade shows, field demos, and customer events.
• Communicate effectively with internal sales teams regarding customer needs and feedback.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Commitment and Location:

• Full-Time Role
• Extensive travel required, including overnight travel during the week Monday - Friday.
• Occasional weekend travel for trade shows or special events.
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance available after 60 days of employment
• Company paid Life, Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness coverage
• 401k Plan with company match after one year of employment
• 80 hours of paid time off plus holidays

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Positive, professional attitude.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently while traveling.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic knowledge of engines, water pumps, and vacuum systems preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Education and Experience:

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Business, preferred.
• Able to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Endorsement license. (training provided by the company).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation:

• Total Compensation target of $75,000 including base salary and monthly commission