Sales Arborist

ABC Home & Commercial Services•San Antonio, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

ABC Home & Commercial Services is hiring a Sales Arborist to serve customers in the San Antonio area. This role combines arborist expertise, customer service, and sales. The Sales Arborist listens to customer concerns, recommends tree-care solutions, develops new business, and manages customer proposals and service arrangements. Compensation includes commission-based earnings and additional opportunities through the Lead Now program. The position is primarily field-based, with most time spent driving to meet existing and prospective customers. The schedule is Monday through Friday; Saturday and Sunday work is optional and required only occasionally. The role requires at least two years of tree experience and an ISA certification or willingness to obtain one. ABC is a family-owned business with more than 1,000 employees and 75 years of history serving Central and South Texas.

Requirements

At least two years of tree experience.
Valid driver's license with an issue date at least five years before the application date.
Hold or be willing to obtain an ISA certification.
Strong presentation skills and outstanding phone etiquette.
Ability to listen to and understand clients' concerns, with excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, smartphones, tablets, and computers.
Exceptional multitasking skills and strong attention to detail.
Time-management skills to handle long, busy schedules during peak season.
Ability to build and maintain new and existing business relationships.
Physical ability to walk and stand for extended periods outdoors in extreme temperatures.
Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet.
Ability to perform repetitive lifting, twisting, pulling, and pushing as needed.
Experience handling power tools, drills, saws, and similar equipment.
Willingness to attend required department meetings and company or vendor training sessions.
Ability to work Monday through Friday, with Saturdays and Sundays optional and required only occasionally.
Local to the San Antonio area.

Nice To Haves

Previous outside sales experience.

Responsibilities

Generate leads by attending trade shows, networking events, and using other sources to grow potential sales accounts.
Meet with current clients to secure sales, upsell services, and respond promptly to incoming leads.
Drive to meet existing clients and prospective customers, spending the majority of time outside the office.
Develop specialized knowledge of tree services and other ABC services, and stay informed about product incentives and seasonal discounts.
Create sales agreements and complete and submit required paperwork accurately and on time.
Communicate special instructions to office personnel and ensure services are scheduled as agreed.
Collect customer payments and deliver them to the office according to company protocols.
Follow up on proposals, provide clarifications, negotiate prices, and meet monthly sales quotas set by the Division Manager and company.
Advise clients about planting, transplanting, removal, and pruning of trees.
Diagnose tree diseases, recommend treatments, and monitor treatment progress through completion.
Use required personal protective equipment for safety and prevention.
Meet route deadlines and inform staff about appointments that cannot be met.
Attend required department meetings and company or vendor training sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with company matching.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
Participation in the Profit-Sharing Plan.
Additional compensation opportunities through the Lead Now Program.
Company clubs and outings.
Paid training and development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and educational scholarships for employees and family members.
Volunteer Engagement Program with approved Volunteer Time Off.
Wellness program including a gym membership.
Company vehicle with gas card.