This is a relationship-driven sales role. Candidates must bring an established book of business and existing customer relationships within the trucking, trailer, transportation, fleet maintenance, heavy-duty truck, or related industries. Proven ability to generate revenue through current industry contacts is required.
Position Overview
Dallas Trailer Repair Co. is seeking an experienced Service Sales & Advisor to grow our truck and trailer repair business throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth market. This role is responsible for developing new business, managing customer relationships, preparing repair estimates, and coordinating service opportunities with our operations team.
The ideal candidate is a motivated sales professional with strong industry connections, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to identify customer needs and convert opportunities into profitable repair work.
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage your existing book of business to generate immediate sales opportunities.
- Develop new fleet, trucking, trailer, and transportation accounts.
- Conduct cold calls, prospecting, networking, and customer visits.
- Build and maintain long-term customer relationships.
- Inspect trucks and trailers and provide repair recommendations.
- Prepare and present accurate service estimates.
- Obtain work authorizations and purchase orders before repairs begin.
- Coordinate with shop personnel, service managers, parts, and accounting departments.
- Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity within the CRM.
- Assist with collections and ensure compliance with customer billing requirements.
- Identify cross-selling opportunities for parts, service, and equipment sales.
Qualifications
Required
- Existing book of business within trucking, transportation, trailer repair, fleet maintenance, heavy-duty truck, or related industries.
- Proven track record of business development and outside sales success.
- Strong customer relationship and account management skills.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
Preferred
- Experience as a Service Advisor, Outside Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Business Development Manager.
- Knowledge of truck and trailer mechanical systems.
- Experience preparing repair estimates and managing service accounts.
- Familiarity with CRM software and Microsoft Office.
Compensation
- Competitive base salary plus commission.
- High earning potential for candidates with a strong customer base and proven sales history.
What Success Looks Like
- Growing existing customer relationships.
- Bringing new revenue opportunities through your book of business.
- Meeting or exceeding monthly and annual sales goals.
- Maintaining customer satisfaction and retention.
- Generating profitable repair and service work for the company.
If you already have strong relationships with fleet managers, transportation companies, trucking operations, or trailer owners in the Texas market , we want to hear from you.