Construction Sales Representative

Rueter and Zenor Company

$50K — $200K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of successful outside sales experience, ideally in construction or equipment sales.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction equipment and job site requirements.
  • Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships.
  • Self-motivated and effective in high-pressure sales situations.
  • Proficient in CRM systems and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and grow new business with contractors and construction firms.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with customers in the assigned region.
  • Achieve or surpass sales targets for new and used construction equipment.
  • Be responsive to customer needs, including after-hours requests.
  • Maintain detailed customer records in the CRM system.
  • Represent Rueter's values to build trust and a good reputation.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan available.
  • Family-owned company culture that emphasizes support and growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
Outside Sales Representative - Construction Equipment
Location: Council Bluffs, IA (Serving Council Bluffs & Omaha Area)
Company: Rueter's Equipment

The Role
We are seeking an ambitious Outside Sales Representative to drive construction equipment sales across the Council Bluffs and Omaha markets. In this role, you'll spend the majority of your time in the field-building relationships, prospecting new accounts, and helping customers find the right equipment solutions for their businesses.

What You'll Do
  • Prospect, develop, and grow new business opportunities with contractors and construction firms.
  • Build strong, long-term relationships with customers in the Council Bluffs/Omaha region.
  • Meet or exceed sales targets by promoting new and used construction equipment.
  • Stay responsive to customer needs-including after-hours inquiries when required.
  • Maintain accurate customer records and activities in the CRM system.
  • Represent Rueter's values in every interaction to build trust and reputation in the marketplace.

What We're Looking For
  • Minimum of 3 years of proven success in outside sales (construction, equipment, or related industries strongly preferred).
  • Strong understanding of construction equipment and jobsite needs is a plus.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Self-starter who thrives in a competitive, fast-paced sales environment.
  • Proficiency with CRM and basic computer tools.
  • Valid driver's license required.

Why Rueter's?
  • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission (high earning potential)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Family-owned company with a supportive culture and growth opportunities

Work Environment & Travel
  • Primarily field-based role (80-90% of time spent on the road in the territory)
  • Regular local day travel, with occasional overnight trips
  • Exposure to outdoor conditions and active jobsites expected

Join Us!
If you're a driven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and supporting the construction industry, we want to hear from you!

Salary Description

$50,000 - $200,000

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