Heavy Equipment Auction Operations & Sales Representative

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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.

Why Join Altec and JJ Kane Auctions?

• 95+ years of industry leadership
• Strong culture built on integrity and teamwork
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive training and development
• Competitive benefits package
• Established customer base and industry reputation

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/

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.