Regional Sales Manager Trainee

Sewer Equipment Co Of AmericaSewer Equipment Co Of AmericaDixon, Illinois, United States
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Posted

8/27/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$75k - $75k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Regional Sales Manager Trainee will travel to customer and dealer sites to provide hands-on equipment demonstrations and safety training. They are also responsible for transporting demo equipment and supporting sales efforts through field visits and trade shows.

Requirements overview

Candidates should possess strong communication skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Endorsement. An Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business is preferred, though no prior industry experience is required.

Key skills

Customer serviceCommunication skillsMechanical aptitudeEquipment demonstrationSafety complianceMicrosoft OfficeWordExcelOutlookHeavy machinery operationLogisticsRelationship management

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Education requirements

associate degreebachelor degree

About Sewer Equipment Co Of America

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Employees

200

Type

Privately Held

Size

51-200 employees

Sewer Equipment is the corporate home of Sewer Equipment Co. of America, RAMVAC Vacuum Excavators and Mongoose Jetters. With over 80 years of experience, Sewer Equipment manufactures the most innovative, high quality sewer cleaning and excavation equipment for the municipal and contractor markets around the world. Sewer Equipment is a third generation family-owned company that was started in 1941 by H.T. O’Brien in the basement of his Chicago, Illinois home, He designed a small hand operated tool that was built to assist plumbers in cleaning drains. This tool was comprised of a short coiled cable attached to a hand drill. The flexible cable allowed the tool to navigate around turns and bends and better attack the blockage. This innovation gave birth to Sewer Equipment, that has recognized significant growth since its very humble beginnings. Over the years, the O’Brien family has grown the business with on-going commitment to designing and manufacturing innovative, high quality equipment and providing world class customer service. Sewer Equipment's current product offering includes combination sewer cleaners, truck jets, trailer jets, easement machines, vacuum excavators, bucket machines, mechanical rodders and parts/accessories. Sewer Equipment has a long history of introducing innovative products into the market, including the first trailer mounted jetter with a rotating hose reel, the 800-HPR truck jet with its patented all-weather design, the Model 900 ECO combination sewer cleaning with its patented hydro drive system, the first jet-tv system using umbilical cord technology, the first mid-size hydro excavator (Ram-Vac HX-6), and the first easement machine with hydraulic push-out wheels…just to name a few. Sewer Equipment: Best Products. Best Local Support.

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Job categories

SalesManufacturingLogisticsCustomer Service & SupportTransportation

Description

This is a travel-focused, hands-on role that works directly with customers and dealers across assigned territories. The primary responsibility is to travel with and demonstrate heavy machinery, educating customers on the safe operation, features, and benefits of our equipment. This is a traveling position, supporting field demonstrations, dealer visits, customer sites, and trade shows.  This role is an excellent entry point into a growing company and industry. Previous team members in this position have successfully advanced into Inside Sales and Outside Sales roles. No prior industry experience is required - we will train you. Duties & Responsibilities: * Travel regularly to customer and dealer locations to demonstrate equipment operation, safety, and benefits. * Work closely with sales managers and dealer sales teams to support sales efforts in the field. * Provide hands-on equipment demonstrations and training for customers and dealers. * Transport, pick up, and deliver demo equipment safely using company trucks and trailers. * Perform routine maintenance and ensure cleanliness of demo equipment, trucks, and trailers. * Attend and work trade shows, field demos, and customer events. * Communicate effectively with internal sales teams regarding customer needs and feedback. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Commitment and Location: * Full-Time Role * Extensive travel required, including overnight travel during the week Monday - Friday. * Occasional weekend travel for trade shows or special events. Benefits: * Health, Dental & Vision insurance available after 60 days of employment * Company paid Life, Short & Long-Term Disability. * Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness coverage * 401k Plan with company match after one year of employment * 80 hours of paid time off plus holidays Required Skills and Abilities: * Strong customer service and communication skills. * Positive, professional attitude. * Self-motivated and comfortable working independently while traveling. * Mechanical aptitude. * Basic knowledge of engines, water pumps, and vacuum systems preferred. * Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Education and Experience: * Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Business, preferred. * Able to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Endorsement license. (training provided by the company). Physical Requirements: * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Compensation: * Total Compensation target of $75,000 including base salary and monthly commission

Requirements

  • Customer service
  • Communication skills
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Equipment demonstration
  • Safety compliance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Logistics
  • Relationship management

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • Accident coverage
  • Critical illness coverage
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays

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