Sales Trainee: Black & Gold Academy

Herc Rentals; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Herc Rentals invites high-potential early career professionals to join the ProSales Associate program in Charleston, SC. This full-time role begins with the Black and Gold Academy—an immersive sales training track designed to develop skills in selling, account management, and territory planning.

You will shadow Territory Sales Representatives, visit customer sites, and contribute to outreach and revenue growth across assigned territories while gaining exposure to multiple specialty segments.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of sales experience or relevant customer facing experience.
• Recent graduates or early career candidates encouraged to apply.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within assigned territory.
• Interest in a long term sales career with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Black and Gold Academy, a structured, high impact sales development program.
• Receive training in professional selling skills, account management, territory planning, and customer engagement.
• Learn Herc Rentals’ full product and service portfolio, including equipment, solutions, and specialty divisions.
• Shadow Territory Sales Representatives in the field to observe customer interactions and sales best practices.
• Visit customer job sites with experienced sales leaders to understand project needs and equipment applications.
• Assist with customer outreach, lead generation, and supporting revenue growth within assigned territories.
• Learn core branch operations, including equipment processes, logistics coordination, and customer service functions.
• Gain exposure to specialty segments such as Industrial Services, National Accounts, Entertainment Services, and Energy Services.
• Build a foundational understanding of the equipment rental industry and Herc Rentals’ business model.
• Prepare for full time placement into a Territory Sales Representative role with leadership visibility and coaching.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Goal oriented

Time management

Willingness to learn

Relocation openness

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Indoor/Outdoor work

Sit/stand/walk for long periods

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Herc Rentals invites high-potential early career professionals to join the ProSales Associate program in Charleston, SC. This full-time role begins with the Black and Gold Academy—an immersive sales training track designed to develop skills in selling, account management, and territory planning.

You will shadow Territory Sales Representatives, visit customer sites, and contribute to outreach and revenue growth across assigned territories while gaining exposure to multiple specialty segments.