Trench Solutions Sales Representative

Trench Solutions Sales Representative

Tampa, FL, USA, 33619

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 2026.

Job Purpose

Trench Solutions Sales Representatives drive revenue within their designated territory by developing business relationships and providing customer focused solutions to our customers' toughest trench and shoring challenges in industries including utilities, industrial sites, construction, infrastructure, municipal work and more. They are subject matter experts and consultants for internal and external customers in the application of our fleet of steel plates, steel shields, tire cleaners (rumble plates), manhole boxes, aluminum & plywood shores, pipe test plugs, confined space equipment, crash cushions, water barriers, and more.

What You Will Do

Daily territory management to gain new accounts and meet or exceed rental revenue goals through visits to various customer job sites/offices. Develop, plan and organize sales strategies to achieve desired results/goals. Identify customer needs and collaborate with operations to deliver on those needs. Understand market conditions and competitive environment to maximize pricing opportunity. Optimize product and service offerings to diversify customer base and reach additional market segments. Provide a full range of customized services and solution-based options to customers. Make formal presentations to customer decision-makers and educate them on equipment. Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of new services for customers. Collaborate with local and national Herc Rentals sales professionals. Report sales activity through use of CRM and other tools. Demonstrate active participation in Herc Rentals Safety Culture, always prioritizing the safety of team members and customers alike. Support all team members. Learn and follow all company procedures and protocols.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred. Proven track record with a minimum 3-5 years of outside sales. Experience within the equipment rental industry, specifically within the trench and shoring industry highly desired. A valid driver's license.

Skills

Ability to negotiate with and influence decision makers. Ability to sell complex products and customer solutions. Adapts to changing business and customer needs. Communicates professionally and effectively. Drive results through teamwork. Passion for customer service. Self-motivated to achieve goals and deliver results. Strong level of product knowledge specific to trench and shoring equipment. Ability to engage in natural verbal interaction with customers. Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner. Able to walk into unfamiliar environments and adjust rapidly to the setting. Attention to detail. Multi-Tasking individual who uses project management skills to accomplish goals. Must react to changing business needs. Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company. Computer skills to support entering information into systems. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Programs. Interpersonal skills. Teamwork. Listening skills. Dependability. Ability to communication effectively and efficiently.

Pay Range

$30,000 - $40,000 Base + Uncapped Commission & Company Vehicle

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following. Keeping you healthy Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life and disability insurance Flex spending and health savings accounts Virtual Health Visits 24 Hour Nurse Line Healthy Pregnancy Program Tobacco Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Building Your Financial Future 401(k) plan with company match Employee Stock Purchase Program Life & Work Harmony Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days) Paid parental leave. Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Company Paid Disability Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Group Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance