Arborist / Sales Representative

Job Description

Job Description

Arborist/Sales Representative

Position: Sales Representative/Arborist – Full Time

Department: Homer Tree Care, Inc.

Job Summary: The Sales Representative/Arborist is responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships. This includes but is not limited to visiting client’s properties, assessing clients tree/plant needs, and preparing proposals for current and potential clients. The Sales Representative/Arborist must have a working knowledge of tree care related equipment necessary to complete the assigned tasks

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform all sales within a defined sales territory
• Meet and strive to exceed sales expectations
• Prepares proposals for potential clients
• Aids in development and implementation of PHC programs
• Aids in development and implementation of safety programs
• Identifies and treats pest infested and diseased trees
• Applies pesticides and specialized tree fertilizers
• Maintains constant communication with clients to ensure client satisfaction
• Inspects and maintains all equipment

Qualifications:

• ISA Arborist Certification
• 3-5 years of related experience in the tree care industry or prior sales experience
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Knowledge of trees, insects, & diseases
• Familiar with proper pruning standards
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good time management skills
• Strong knowledge of industry safety standards.
• Degree in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or Plant Science preferred but not required.

Benefits:

• Starting salary is $60-80k
• Pay is determined by experience, skill, education, and other factors
• Able to enroll in benefits after 60-day new hire probation period
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and employer matching (up to a certain amount) and 100% vesting as soon as contributions are made
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (6)

Homer Companies is a second-generation, family-owned, full-service tree care company that provides unparalleled services throughout the Midwest. Homer is an EEO Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. A great work atmosphere with top pay!

Direct any questions regarding the Arborist/Sales Representative position to [email protected]