Sales Trainee - Rockford

Advocateconstruction; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming lives through quality craftsmanship in the construction industry. As a Sales Trainee, you'll embark on a rewarding career path with comprehensive training and support, enabling you to make a meaningful impact while earning uncapped commissions. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this role offers a flexible schedule and performance-based promotions, ensuring your career development is in your hands. If you're motivated and ready to take charge of your future, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Monthly Communication Stipend

Charitable Giving Program

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator and people-person.
• Goal-driven and self-motivated individual.

Responsibilities

• Help homeowners protect their investment.
• Provide excellent customer service and support.

Skills

Communication Skills

Goal Orientation

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Build your career with Advocate Construction

A Top Workplaces national award winner.

You're invited to join us on our mission to redefine excellence in the construction industry!

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Change Lives, Earn Big, Build Your Legacy!

At Advocate Construction, we’re more than just roofing professionals, we’re community champions, dedicated to making a difference where we live and work. With over 12 years of excellence, we’ve built a reputation not just for quality craftsmanship but for transforming the lives of both our customers and our team members.

Are you motivated, goal-driven, and looking for a high-earning opportunity with real impact? As a Sales Trainee, you’ll have the tools, mentorship, and support to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful difference for homeowners.

People are the heart and soul of everything we do, and we believe there’s no better investment than in them; both professionally and personally.

95% of our sales leaders began their careers in an entry-level sales role with Advocate! This is a proud testament to our desire to grow and develop our people, and an exciting promise of potential, as we are proud to promote from within as often as possible.

The Role

We are immediately hiring full-time Sales Trainees, and are committed to providing you with the training, tools, technology, and unwavering support you need to be successful.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent communicator & people-person – You thrive on helping others
• Goal-driven & self-motivated – You take charge of your own success
• Valid driver’s license – You’re always ready to meet customers where they are
• Comfortable climbing ladders – You’re hands-on and not afraid of a challenge

Why Join Advocate Construction

• Change Lives & Make an Impact – Help homeowners protect their greatest investment
• Uncapped Commission – Earn 13% of net profit on revenue generating jobs
• Guaranteed Weekly Pay – You start with a base salary that’s paid weekly – giving you stable, predictable income, no matter your sales activity.
• Work-Life Blending – A flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle
• Proven Sales Training – No roofing experience? No problem! We invest in your success
• Fast-Track Career Growth – Performance-based promotions put your career in your hands

As a Sales Trainee at Advocate, you can count on a career path with a clear beginning, open direction, and endless possibilities.

The Requirements

• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass criminal background and MVR checks
• Ability to travel to Annual Sales Training
• Ability to carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to thrive outdoors in various weather conditions
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours when needed

The Benefits

• Medical - four different plans available - FSA and HSA available
• Vision Insurance
• Company sponsored Life Insurance, additional Life Insurance available
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Company provided Long Term Disability
• Paid time off - starts accruing day 1 of employment
• Paid holidays
• Monthly communication stipend
• Advocate Cares charitable giving program

Advocate Construction is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.