Service Salesperson, Controls

Ambient Enterprises

$120K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation sales.
  • Success in specification-driven sales within the industry.
  • Strong knowledge of applied HVAC systems and integration.
  • Experience with consulting engineers and mechanical contractors in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and experience mentoring sales teams.
  • Strong business acumen with financial discipline.
  • Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and control diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Expand specification presence with consulting engineering firms through technical expertise.
  • Assist mechanical contractors in selecting appropriate controls solutions.
  • Engage early in HVAC projects to influence design and operations.
  • Foster relationships with engineers, contractors, and building owners.
  • Deliver sales presentations and technical product overviews.
  • Develop proposals and scopes for BMS controls packages.
  • Manage personal sales pipeline and ensure accurate forecasting.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Options for health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
  • Life and disability insurance included.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave.
  • Access to employee assistance programs (EAP).
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Tuition reimbursement to support further education.
  • Support for volunteer activities and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The BMS Controls Sales Leader is responsible for driving sales of Johnson Barrow's Building Management Systems (BMS) and controls solutions in Washington. This role focuses on technical consultative selling, increasing specification influence, supporting engineers and contractors through the design process, and positioning controls solutions early in the project cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Market Development
  • Increase specification presence with top consulting engineering firms by providing technical clarity and solution guidance.
  • Support mechanical contractors in selecting controls solutions for new construction and retrofit projects.
  • Engage early on major applied and mission-critical HVAC projects to influence system architecture and sequence of operation.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with engineers, contractors, and building owners.
  • Conduct sales presentations, technical overviews, and product demonstrations.
  • Develop scopes, and proposal content for BMS controls packages.
  • Maintain a disciplined personal sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasting.


Technical Sales Support
  • Provide high-level expertise in:
  • DDC systems and BMS architecture
  • Integration with applied HVAC systems
  • Open protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc.)
  • Sequences of operation and commissioning processes
  • Align controls solutions with Johnson Barrow's equipment lines to provide fully integrated system solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with the operations and project management teams to ensure seamless execution.


Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with equipment sales teams to position controls early in the sales cycle.
  • Work closely with service teams to identify lifecycle and long-term service opportunities.
  • Strengthen manufacturer relationships and represent Johnson Barrow as a strategic channel partner.


Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in HVAC controls, building automation, or BMS sales.
  • Demonstrated success in specification-driven sales.
  • Strong understanding of applied HVAC systems and integration strategies.
  • Experience working with consulting engineers and mechanical contractors in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Proven leadership ability and experience mentoring sales professionals.
  • Strong business acumen and financial discipline.
  • Ability to read plans, specifications, and control diagrams.


Working Conditions
  • Primarily office- and field-based, with frequent customer visits and meetings.
  • Standard business hours, Monday-Friday, with flexibility required to support client schedules.
  • Regular regional travel; occasional overnight or national travel depending on assigned projects.


Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally (office supplies, packages, or event materials).
  • Ability to move between departments to support office tasks and coordination.


Compensation: $120,000 - 130,000 or DOE annually plus commission

This is a full-time, exempt position with competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications, plus eligibility for Johnson Barrow's performance-based bonus program. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package and reimburses all business travel expenses in accordance with company policy.

Total Rewards

At Johnson Barrow, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the contributions of our employees. Our total rewards package is designed to support your financial success, personal well-being, and professional growth, and includes:
  • Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities tied to individual and company performance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Volunteer time and wellness initiatives


Total Rewards

At Johnson Barrow, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the contributions of our employees. Our total rewards package is designed to support your financial success, personal well-being, and professional growth, and includes:
  • Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities tied to individual and company performance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Volunteer time and wellness initiatives

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