Event Sales Trainee

At Aggreko, we provide energy solutions so communities can thrive and businesses can grow. We bring power, heat and cooling to customers and communities wherever they need it. We are hiring immediately for an Event Sales Trainee – a role that will help us to power progress for our customers. The Sales Select, Trainee will support the Sales team by developing foundational sales administrative skills, gaining exposure to technical solutions, and learning operational support functions. This role provides hands‑on experience with Salesforce CRM, and insight into the products and services offered, including power generation, temperature control, and electrical distribution. This role is a direct feeder role to an Outside Sales Representative for Aggreko, will undergo an extensive onboarding program, and will be assigned to a Sales mentor from the local Sales Team. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, driven to achieve results, and thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. Why Aggreko? Work from home or customer project sites Base salary $50K - $60K per year No premium cost medical plan option available Company provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid training programs and tuition reimbursement Safety-focused culture What You’ll Do Cold calling, prospecting, account management, presentation development (proposals and customer materials), closing deals Track all sales contacts, meetings, opportunities, proposals, and orders using Salesforce Identify and engage with key decision-makers at event companies, production companies, and tent companies Learn to effectively communicate Aggreko’s value proposition and actively promote our temporary event solutions, including power and temperature control systems, as a strategic advantage Learn and apply technical product knowledge to support the sales process Participate in customer account planning sessions and internal sales meetings Work to actively close both warm and cold leads with goals to set customer appointments with an Outside Sales Representative You’ll Have The Following Skills And Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, marketing, or a related field Strong interest in sales, customer engagement, or technical services Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Excellent organizational and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication abilities Willingness to travel Key Performance Indicators / Learning Objectives Gain proficiency in Salesforce CRM for sales tracking and customer relationship management Develop foundational knowledge of power generation, temperature control, and electrical distribution products Understand operational coordination required to deliver complex rental solutions Build communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a commercial setting Equal Employment Opportunity We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes, and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers. We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aggreko