Sales Arborist Representative | Near North Shore (Wheeling), IL

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health Plan

Employee stock purchase program

Career development

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Sales Representative who will educate customers about tree care needs, provide estimates, and help develop annual plant health care programs. You’ll build relationships with new and existing clients, supervise crew members, and assist the District Manager in guiding the team.

Starting pay is competitive with bonuses; on-site work with opportunities for advancement in a nationwide tree-care company.

Qualifications

• Love of outdoor environments.
• Must obtain ISA Certified Arborist after hire.
• Requires valid driver’s license.
• Regional plant and horticulture knowledge helpful.
• Good people skills; self-motivated; computer proficient and organized.

Responsibilities

• Learn to work as a tree doctor that makes house calls.
• Educate residential and commercial customers on tree needs.
• Provide customers with estimates based on their needs.
• Develop and update annual plant health care programs.
• Create and build relationships with new and existing clients.
• Set up and supervise crew members assigned to customer jobs.
• Learn to be part of the office and field management team.
• Assist District Manager in directing the team.

Skills

Love of outdoors

ISA Certified Arborist

Valid driver’s license

Tree biology knowledge

Tree pruning & removal

Plant health care

People skills

Computer proficiency

Job description

Position Overview

Sells products to business, government establishments or individuals at sales office, customer’s place of business or other locations by performing the following duties.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Wheeling, IL

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229179

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Learn to work as a tree doctor that makes house calls!
• Educate residential and commercial customers on the needs of their trees.
• Provide customers with estimates based on their needs.
• Develop and update annual plant health care programs.
• Create and build relationships with new and existing clients.
• Set up and supervise crew members assigned to customer jobs.
• Learn to be a part of the office and field management team.
• The Sales Representatives assist the District Manager in the direction of the whole team.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Love of the outdoors
• Must obtain ISA Certified Arborist ® after hire
• Required: Valid driver’s license
• Regional plant and horticulture knowledge
• Good people skills; self-motivated; computer proficient and organized
• Must be able to complete extension courses on Tree Biology, Tree Pruning and Removal, and Plant Health Care
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• Starting annual pay rate: $52,000 + bonuses
• all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

Divisional Overview:

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%