Route Sales Representative

Hawkins, Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is looking for a Technical Sales Representative (Route Sales) in Nebraska. You will manage your territory, build customer relationships, and earn a strong base pay with commission opportunities.

The job involves sales, service, and delivery. With paid training, you will gain valuable skills while delivering chemical products safely and efficiently. Candidates must have a high school diploma and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement.
• Strong communication skills and follow-through.
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Call on existing and new customers to maintain and grow business through sales efforts.
• Efficiently and safely deliver chemical and other products to customers.
• Provide hands-on service of equipment.
• Contribute to branch office responsibilities such as shipping and inventory.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales experience

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you hungry to grow your career? As a Technical Sales Representative (Route Sales), you’ll own your territory, manage your schedule, and work directly with customers to deliver solutions—not just products. You’ll learn valuable technical and sales skills through paid, hands‑on training while earning a strong base pay and the opportunity to earn commission. Spend your days in the field building long‑term relationships with customers, and most nights at home, not stuck behind a desk or traveling endlessly.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants a mix of sales, service, and hands‑on physical work.

To learn more about Hawkins Water Treatment and the sales, delivery and warehouse positions, watch this short video.

About the Job

The Route Sales (or Technical Sales Rep) position combines sales, customer service, delivery and travel throughout the assigned territory. As part of a small, efficient and flexible branch team, each team member is expected to be a strong contributor and help meet the objectives of safety, customer satisfaction and sales growth. This position works independently – but help is always just a phone call away! The work week is generally Monday through Friday with 10+ hour days and an occasional overnight route.

Many aspects of this job – from driving to chemical handling to sales – are learned through paid on‑the‑job training!

Responsibilities

• Call on existing and new customers to maintain and grow business through sales efforts, problem‑solving and technical support of chemical products and equipment.
• Develop productive, productive relationships with new and existing customers.
• Efficiently and safely deliver chemical and other products to customers on a company truck (usually a 26,000 pound straight/box truck).
• Provide “hands‑on” service of equipment, which may include visually inspecting, repairing and adjusting chemical feed equipment.
• Contribute to the overall operations and responsibilities of the branch office, include warehouse functions like shipping, receiving, inventory, etc.

About You

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements
• Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening
• Strong communication skills and follow‑through
• Prior sales experience or the ability to learn
• Basic computer and math skills
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally, safely operate a forklift, climb in and out of the truck and enter customer sites repeatedly, reach overhead and perform manual tasks, and work in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors in required PPE – all while following safety standards and requirements

Expected Compensation

$60,000-70,000/Yr. + Opportunity to earn commission

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.