Sales Representative

Astound; Lyons (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD insurance

PTO

Floating holiday

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Job summary

Astound is hiring for a dynamic outdoor residential sales role. You will visit homes, discuss service needs, provide quotes, and sign customers up on-site in a fast-paced field setting. This position emphasizes face-to-face engagement and ambitious earnings through uncapped commissions.

The role offers a base salary with the potential to exceed six figures in high-performing markets, plus comprehensive benefits and training for a successful ramp-up.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Face-to-face sales experience preferred and encouraged.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license in some markets.
• Candidates should thrive in a fast-paced field-based role.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new residential customers through in-person visits.
• Pursue leads daily and build Astound brand awareness.
• Explain service options and sign up customers on-site.
• Review property contracts and determine service needs.
• Attend mandatory sales meetings and report performance.

Skills

Outdoors sales

Face-to-face

Communication

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Astound is a leading provider of internet, WiFi, mobile, and TV services, dedicated to connecting communities and empowering lives through innovative technology. We also keep businesses connected with dependable fiber infrastructure and internet solutions backed by award-winning service, helping organizations thrive in an increasingly connected world.

At the forefront of digital transformation, we continuously evolve our offerings to meet the dynamic needs of our customers—delivering reliable connectivity and groundbreaking digital experiences.

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond infrastructure. We invest in our people through personalized training, coaching, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and opportunity. Employees are empowered to represent a superior telecommunications company while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

We offer a robust benefits package that includes rewards, recognition programs, and employee discounts—ensuring our team members are supported in both their professional and personal journeys. At Astound, we believe in creating astounding possibilities for everyone, everywhere.

A Day in the Life of the

• Target start date: Flexible start date of November 30 or December 7
• December training is designed to prepare selected candidates to enter the field quickly, understand territory opportunity, and build early sales momentum for the New Year.

Earn Up to $90,000+ with the Potential to Exceed Six Figures!

***Door-to-Door Residential Outside Sales***

Take control of your income in a role where your effort directly drives your earnings. Start with a base salary and unlock uncapped commission potential—giving you the opportunity to grow your income beyond expectations.

• Uncapped commissions — no earning limits
• Opportunity to exceed six figures with strong performance
• Total On-Target Earnings of up to $90,000+ (includes base salary + commissions)

Join a team where high performers are rewarded and success is recognized. You’ll represent a top-tier internet provider that values both its employees and customers, while giving you the tools and support to thrive.

This is a dynamic opportunity to represent our residential direct sales initiatives, in the field based.

• Obtain new customers in a residential environment through professional, face-to-face interaction with residents, property management groups, and other referral sources
• Aggressively pursue any leads provided daily
• Understand every unique element of assigned properties within portfolio
• Distribute marketing material, facilitate strategic marketing campaigns, build Astound brand awareness
• Review and understand property contract language, service levels, restrictions, and obligations
• Understand customer needs and articulate solutions
• Attend mandatory sales meetings
• Report sales statistics accurately and promptly to management
• Stay up to date with what the competition is doing in your market

What You Bring to the Table:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced challenging environment
• Enjoys working outdoors "on the hunt" since 90% of all work is in the field
• This is a face-to-face and door-to-door position. It’s not easy for everyone, however, the base salary and uncapped commission compensation is designed for excellent earnings potential.
• Excellent communications, relationship building, organizational, presentation and influence skills
• You have a positive, creative and persuasive personality
• Must be a motivated, self-starter and comfortable with working autonomously
• Must be detail oriented and has highly developed organizational and time management skills
• You are sales-quota driven
• Must have reliable transportation. Some markets will require a valid Driver’s License.
• Visit potential customers at their residences to discuss service needs, providing quotes and sign-up orders.
• We provide flexible scheduling
• Adjusted Quota during your ramp-up period.
• Protected Territory with excellent training/mentoring
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Hiring Locations:

• Chicago, IL
• Lehigh Valley, PA
• Philadelphia, PA
• Boston, MA
• Lanham, DC
• Millersville MD
• Derekwood, MD
• Austin, TX
• Brownwood, TX
• Corpus Christi, TX
• Dallas, TX
• Houston, TX
• Midland, TX
• Temple, TX
• San Antonio, TX
• Waco, TX
• Longview, WA
• Port Orchard, WA
• Portland, OR
• Canby, OR
• Sacramento, CA
• San Francisco, CA

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization
• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year
• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program

*Benefits listed above are for regular full-time position

Base Salary: The base salary range for this position is $32,000 to $40,000 depending on market location, plus opportunities for bonus, benefits and commission, if applicable.

Commissions at plan: Uncapped commissions with targeted commissions at full attainment could be up to or over $39,000 to $50,000 annually. Our sales total compensation offers the potential for significant upside above targeted earnings for those who overachieve their sales targets.

Our Mission Statement:

• Take care of our customers
• Take care of each other
• Do what we say we are going to do
• Have fun

Astound is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (For San Francisco Candidates only):

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.