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Date Posted:11/19/2025
Account Manager - Trench Safety in San Jose, CA at Sunbelt RentalsDate Posted:11/19/2025
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Job Snapshot- Employee Type:
- Full-Time
- Location:
- Job Type:
- Experience:
- Not Specified
- Date Posted:
- 11/19/2025
- Job ID:
- 2025-16382
Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.
We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.
As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!
Total compensation package includes base pay, company vehicle, and robust commission plan.
You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):
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Job Description Summary
Position Objective:
As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be responsible for generating profitable business for Trench Safety. You will do this by developing your assigned territory, implementing sales plans to grow business and maintain current customer base, and by helping to build the national Sunbelt branding identity.
Position Responsibilities:
- Embrace and promote Sunbelt’s safety culture
- Develop and execute territory sales plans to expand existing customer base and develop new customers within assigned territory and market segments to “grow the business”
- Solicit business by calling on regular and prospective customers via phone or traveling throughout the assigned territory for planned visits or cold calls
- Prepare proposals or bid packages by understanding blueprints, plans, and related customer documents, consulting with Sunbelt engineers, and other technical resources. Attention to detail necessary to prepare customer inquiries and ensure resulting proposals and bid packages are prepared to the required standards of all engineering/safety protocols
- Provide application solutions for customers
- Promote Sunbelt’s customer safety training capabilities
- Coordinate project specs with internal operational personnel to ensure that the objective of the job is accomplished in accordance with the customer timeline and requirements
- Monitor competitor products, sales and marketing activities within assigned territory
- Maintain CRM database daily through consistent entering of sales calls and job site details
- In concert with management, develop and achieve applicable Annual Territory Sales Plan which sets KPI’s, revenue & market growth targets
- Learn all aspects of equipment, function and appropriate applications
- Work daily with other divisional OSR’s to build new relationship and highlight the value of working with all the solutions Sunbelt provides. Educate local Sunbelt representatives on Trench Safety products. Complete joint calls and share leads with other Sunbelt representatives in the territory.
- Work with accounts payable on delinquent accounts, assist with AP to communicate with customers, collect payments from customers and maintain accurate customer records
- Performance will be measured by regular territory revenue and market growth targets
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study or equivalent experience in equipment rental or Shoring industry plus 2+ years of direct sales experience
- Strong project management, new business development and customer retention skills a must
- Requires a proven sales track record in solution-selling approach
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions to ensure customer satisfaction
- Requires a strong technical background, detail-oriented along with the ability effectively present technical information to engineers, project managers and executive management
- Ability to problem solve and think outside the box
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple opportunities and clients concurrently
- Ability to work effectively and meet sales objectives without detailed day-to-day direction
- Current/valid driver’s license in good standing, and proof of auto insurance
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Effective listening skills and the ability to ask probing questions and understand concerns
- Strong work ethic and self-starter, able to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to change within a fast-paced business environment
- Previous equipment rental or construction industry experience preferred
Base Pay Range: $40,000.00 - 72,558.00
Base Pay Range: $40,000.00 - 72,558.00Total compensation package includes base pay, company vehicle, and robust commission plan.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.
Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:
Health, Dental and Vision plans
401(k) Match
Volunteer time off
Short-term and long-term disability
Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
Tuition Reimbursement Options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Length of Service Awards
12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
5 sick days
6 holidays
2 half day holidays
2 floating holidays
1 inclusion day
1 volunteer day
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Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.
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Freqently Asked Questions
San Jose's tech-driven economy creates strong demand for account professionals, but competition remains fierce due to high-caliber candidates. Candidates with equipment rental or construction sales experience, like those targeting Sunbelt Rentals, often stand out by combining technical knowledge with strategic client management.
While formal certifications are not always mandatory, San Jose employers favor candidates with knowledge of construction safety standards and equipment application. Sales experience coupled with project management skills, plus valid driver's license and insurance, significantly enhance hiring chances in this regional market.
Managing multiple client territories requires juggling site visits, proposal preparation, and technical consultations daily. Account Managers must adapt quickly, align with safety protocols, and coordinate with internal teams to meet strict project deadlines while driving revenue growth in competitive construction equipment sectors.
Successful Account Managers blend solution-selling expertise with strong communication and negotiation talents. Familiarity with technical blueprints and safety regulations is crucial, alongside the ability to develop relationships, manage multiple accounts simultaneously, and deliver tailored equipment solutions.
Account roles often serve as stepping stones toward senior sales leadership or specialized technical consultant positions. Demonstrating consistent territory growth, mastering product knowledge, and building client trust can unlock paths to national account management or operational strategy roles within equipment rental companies.
Sunbelt Rentals emphasizes safety and customer-centric service, encouraging Account Managers to embody these values while executing territory plans. The company offers comprehensive training and promotes collaboration among divisional sales reps to strengthen overall brand presence and client satisfaction.
Besides a competitive base pay ranging from $40,000 to $72,558, Sunbelt provides a company vehicle, commission plans, and extensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, fostering a rewarding and stable work environment.
Salaries for Account Managers in San Jose tend to reflect the high cost of living and robust construction equipment demand. Compensation packages often include base salary, commissions, and benefits designed to attract skilled professionals capable of handling complex sales in competitive markets.
Navigating stringent safety regulations and coordinating timely equipment delivery in a fast-paced environment stand out as key challenges. Additionally, balancing client expectations with operational constraints demands sharp problem-solving skills and technical sales expertise.
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