Altec Industries

Heavy Equipment Auction Operations & Sales Representative

Altec Industries$85K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Residence within the NYC Metropolitan Area or Long Island
  • Ability and willingness to travel overnight
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

  • Operate and stage heavy equipment for photography and auction preparation
  • Inspect and document operational condition of equipment
  • Capture detailed equipment photos and create accurate descriptions
  • Prepare auction documentation and obtain vehicle/equipment titles
  • Assist with auction setup and event operations
  • Develop and grow customer relationships throughout the territory
  • Generate new consignments from utility, fleet, and construction customers

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans
  • Retirement savings options (Traditional 401(k) or Roth 401(k))
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and vacation purchase options
  • Wellness programs (physical, social, emotional, spiritual, financial)
  • Learning and development opportunities
Full Job Description
Heavy Equipment Auction Operations & Sales Representative

JJ Kane Auctions | New York City Metropolitan Area / Long Island, NY

JJ Kane Auctions, a subsidiary of Altec Industries, is the nation's premier auction remarketer of fleet, utility, construction, and heavy equipment. We are seeking a motivated professional who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, building customer relationships, and helping drive auction sales growth throughout the New York City Metropolitan Area and Long Island.

This is not a traditional office-based sales position. Successful candidates spend significant time at customer locations, auction sites, and equipment yards inspecting, operating, photographing, and preparing equipment for sale while developing business relationships throughout their territory.

What You'll Do

Equipment & Auction Operations

A significant portion of this role involves hands-on equipment and auction preparation responsibilities, including:
  • Operating and staging heavy equipment for photography and auction preparation
  • Inspecting equipment and documenting operational condition
  • Capturing detailed equipment photos and creating accurate descriptions
  • Working outdoors at auction facilities and customer locations
  • Preparing auction documentation and obtaining vehicle/equipment titles
  • Assisting with auction setup and event operations


JJ Kane Auctions routinely sells:
  • Bucket Trucks
  • Digger Derricks
  • Construction Equipment
  • Fleet Vehicles
  • Commercial Trucks
  • Other Utility and Industrial Equipment


Sales & Business Development

In addition to supporting auction operations, you will:
  • Develop and grow customer relationships throughout your assigned territory
  • Generate new consignments from utility, fleet, construction, and industrial customers
  • Conduct in-person sales calls and business development activities
  • Prospect for new auction opportunities
  • Attend trade shows and industry events
  • Conduct telephone outreach and follow-up activities
  • Support customer hospitality and relationship-building initiatives
  • Work closely with Altec and JJ Kane teams to identify future auction opportunities


What We're Looking For

Successful candidates typically possess:
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Confidence working independently in a territory-based role
  • Mechanical aptitude and comfort around heavy equipment
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills
  • Willingness to learn auction operations and equipment valuation processes


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • High School Diploma or GED Required
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Residence within the NYC Metropolitan Area or Long Island territory
  • Ability and willingness to travel overnight as needed
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team


Preferred Qualifications
  • Two years of successful outside sales experience
  • Experience in heavy equipment, construction equipment, transportation, fleet, utility, industrial, or related industries
  • Experience operating heavy equipment
  • Basic mechanical troubleshooting experience
  • Customer-facing sales experience


Compensation

Starting salary range: Starts at $85,000 to $100,000 plus sales incentive, with job level adjustments possible based on experience. Position also includes company car.

Comprehensive Benefits

We prioritize family, financial stability, and overall well-being by offering a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans
  • Retirement savings options (Traditional 401(k) or Roth 401(k))
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and vacation purchase options
  • Wellness programs (physical, social, emotional, spiritual, financial)
  • Learning and development opportunities

Interested? Apply online today at https://jobs.altec.com

Learn more about careers at JJ Kane Auctions by visiting https://www.jjkane.com/careers/

About Altec Industries

Altec Industries is a manufacturer of aerial devices, digger derricks, and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, and construction industries. The company was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Altec has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities located throughout the United States and in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The company is known for its innovative products and has received numerous awards for its safety and environmental initiatives.
Learn more about Altec Industries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1929

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