Outside Sales Representative - Industrial Tool
Taken at the midpoint of its range, $52,911.81/yr, this role pays less than the middle Account Executive opening on the board today ($125k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $81.6k–$315k/yr.
The posting
Join Our Team!
Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.
We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.
As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!
Position Objective
The primary objective of the Industrial Tool Specialist is to generate profitable sales from the rental of Industrial Tool equipment to new regional customers. Develops and maximizes market share within the industrial segment with a heavy emphasis on growing the revenue and profitability of the Industrial Tool Locations within the Industrial Services Region.
Position Responsibilities
- Establish district & regional goals and objectives to grow Industrial Tool revenue opportunities within the industrial sector
- Develop and implement strategies to identify revenue opportunities within the industrial sector to meet district and/or regional goals and objectives
- Grow the revenue within the Industrial Tool cat/classes of equipment within the assigned Region by prospecting and obtaining new customers
- Identify customer’s fleet, quality and safety expectations and provide direction for implementation of these requirements in purchasing, equipment maintenance procedures and on-site project management
- Identify and develop new market opportunities as well as understand market dynamics, customer segmentation and key customers
- Develop operational efficiencies pertaining to outages and turnarounds. Work alongside Industrial Services Project Managers to implement best practices during on-site project execution.
- Stay abreast of changing safety requirements within Industrial plants and facilities
- Communicate with other Industrial Tool Specialists to pass leads, ideas and opportunities
- Communicate and integrate assigned Industrial National Accounts and/or Master Service Agreements within the Industrial Services Region
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience plus 2-5 years of direct sales and/or project management experience within the heavy equipment industry required
- Industrial Tool equipment background preferred
- Strong project management, new business development and customer retention skills a must
- Must be a results-driven sales professional
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively give presentations and business reviews to management.
- Working knowledge of different phases of Industrial construction & maintenance, equipment applications, features, benefits, operation and specification
- Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude and ability
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple opportunities and clients concurrently
Base Pay Range: $42,000.00 - 63,823.62
Total compensation package includes base pay, company vehicle, and robust commission plan.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.
Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:
- Health, Dental and Vision plans
- 401(k) Match
- Volunteer time off
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
- Tuition Reimbursement Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Length of Service Awards
You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):
- 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
- 5 sick days
- 6 holidays
- 2 half day holidays
- 2 floating holidays
- 1 inclusion day
- 1 volunteer day
Gear up for an exciting career!
Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.
Taken from Sunbelt Rentals's own posting, last seen live on 2 Nov 2026.
About Sunbelt Rentals
Rents aerial lifts, scaffolding, power generation, pumps, trench safety gear, climate control and general construction tools to contractors, industrial sites and facility operators from more than 1,350 branches across North America.
Pay schedule: Outside reps and sales leaders earn a base salary plus a commission plan and a company vehicle, trainees and inside reps an hourly-scale base, and full-time staff get a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement and 12 to 25 vacation days by years of service.
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