Sales Arborist - Winston-Salem​/Greensboro, NC

Salary: $70,000 base + monthly commissions (OTE $,000/year)

As a Sales Arborist, you will play a crucial role in generating leads, creating a robust pipeline, and contributing to the overall growth of our company

• Supervise crews on job sites as needed and promote a safe working environment by adhering to ISA Best Management Practices and OSHA/ANSI regulatory requirements

• Assess commercial and residential properties to identify opportunities around tree care and plant healthcare needs
• Actively develop existing relationships with our current book of business while seeking out new opportunities to gain market share
• Estimate time and cost for the crew to perform various aspects of tree care, such as tree pruning, removal, and related services
• Prepare and provide detailed proposals utilizing our software and sales process tools
• Follow up on bids, cost tracking, scheduling, and management of jobs
• Perform job briefings with crews to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction
• Together with the PHC team, develop and update annual plant healthcare programs
• Set quarterly and annual sales targets in collaboration with the leadership team and prepare to meet or exceed sales goals
• Supervise crews on job sites as needed and promote a safe working environment by adhering to ISA Best Management Practices and OSHA/ANSI regulatory requirements
• Perform duties related to the accounts receivable function to ensure timely customer payment
• Attend industry events to network and further your own education

• Must possess or be able to secure ISA Arborist Certification within 1 year of hire. (We will help you prepare and reimburse you for successful completion of the certification course)
• Proven track record of success in sales, preferably within the arboriculture or landscaping industry
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Computer proficient (Arborgold or other CRM/scheduling software experience a plus)
• Must have a Valid driver’s license
• Must possess regional plant and horticulture knowledge
• Must be knowledgeable and experienced with tree care, hazard tree evaluation, integrated pest management, and industry approved tree care practices
• Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates - Preferred
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to work independently
• Comfortable in a fast-paced or high-pressure environment

• May require out of town travel

• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred but not required
• One to Three (1-3) years of experience in the tree care industry and prior sales experience
• Sales and account management or leadership experience

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No other eligibility requirements.

Must meet I-9 requirements.

The position requires employees to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job. Must meet I-9 requirements.

The company provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.