Service Sales Representative- Preventative Maintenance Agreements

J. F. Ahern Co.; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier Benefits

Incentives

Generous PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Mental Health Resources

Wellness Programs

Professional Growth

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Ahern in Mason City, IA is seeking a Service Sales Representative focused on Preventative Maintenance Agreements for fire protection systems. You will promote and sell service contracts for inspections of fire alarm, sprinkler, extinguisher, and suppression systems, both engineered and pre-engineered.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of sales experience, strong communication, and the ability to build ongoing customer relationships while meeting sales plans.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of sales experience
• Bachelor's degree in technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell service agreements for fire protection system inspections
• Schedule calls and follow up on leads; close sales to meet plan objectives
• Establish and maintain positive ongoing customer relationships

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Persuade & close sales

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

iPad

iPhone

Computers

Job description

Location: Mason City, IA

Looking for a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and gives you the tools to thrive?

With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for aService Sales Representative- Preventative Maintenance Agreements located in Mason City, IA.

How you will contribute:

We are looking for a highly self-motivated individual who enjoys selling, has strong interpersonal skills, independent, resilient and detailed orientated. The primary role of this position is to promote and sell service agreements for all fire protection system inspections, to include fire alarm, sprinkler, fire extinguisher, and fire suppression systems, both engineered and pre-engineered. This position is responsible to establish contact with potential buyers of service contacts by scheduling calls and following up on leads, while closing sufficient sales to meet sales plan objectives. You will demonstrate your ability to anticipate customers’ needs and develop a sales strategy to meet their expectations while developing and maintaining a positive ongoing customer relationship.

What you need to qualify:

We prefer that the successful candidate will have at least 1-3 years of sales experience soliciting new accounts. Having the skill and ability to persuade and close sales while handling various situations that may be encountered throughout the sales process is key. A bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline is preferred or equivalent experience. Candidate should be well versed in using I-pad, I-phone and overall general computer programs. A commitment to providing exceptional customer service, possessing strong written and verbal communication skills, and being able to execute tasks with a great amount of detail will be crucial.

What’s in it for you?

At Ahern, we understand that life is more than just work - and we’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to give you the flexibility, security, and support you need to thrive - at work and at home.

• Top-Tier Benefits: Our 401(k) match and health benefits rank in the top 20% nationwide
• Incentives: A significant portion of our profits is shared with employees through bonus programs
• Generous PTO with the opportunity to buy additional time off
• Paid Parental Leave: Supporting you at every life stage with paid maternity and paternity leave
• Mental Health Resources: Free, full-service mental health care for you and your family
• Wellness Programs: Access on-site fitness centers, personal development funds, and more
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of education assistance, training programs, and development opportunities to advance your career
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid and flexible schedules to fit your needs

By joining Ahern, you’ll gain the stability of a company that’s been a leader in the industry since 1880, the pride of doing meaningful work, and the support of a team dedicated to your success.

Ahern is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.