Used Equipment Sales Representative

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back‑up power at hospitals, fire‑fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family‑oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement.
Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too.
You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family‑owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Power Systems has a need for a Used Sales Representative based at our Hillsboro, OR location.

SUMMARY

The Used Equipment Sales Representative is responsible for selling used equipment, including power generators and related accessories, to customers. This role collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders to execute a strategic sales strategy, develop and manage used equipment sales opportunities, and foster strong relationships with new and existing customers. This position requires the Used Equipment Sales Representative to be away from the employer’s place of business more than 50% of the time interacting with customers at their locations and/or job sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage and coordinate the sale of used equipment, including power generators and related accessories (i.e. temperature control equipment and air compressors) to customers throughout traditional Peterson territory and the Continental United States to meet sales objectives and revenue goals.

• Manage the sales territory by analyzing, planning, and controlling the market objectives and sales opportunities with a plan of accomplishment.

• Maximize sales in the assigned territory by analyzing sales opportunities, solving customer problems, and assisting with sales promotions.

• Execute a strategic sales call itinerary within the assigned territory, maintaining a strong focus on expanding existing accounts while promoting Peterson’s capabilities to prospective customers.

• Prepare accurate quotations, sales agreements, purchase documentation, and related sales documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Coordinate financing; assist in gathering credit information and collections on past due accounts.

• Prepare customer correspondence and maintain accurate sales activity, opportunity tracking, and customer information using company communication systems and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.

• Follow up on all used equipment sales, deliveries, and invoicing to ensure customer satisfaction.

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers as well as Caterpillar dealers, brokers, and internal Peterson stakeholders to support used equipment sales activity and fleet asset disposition.

• Coordinate with operations, rental, and leadership teams to identify used equipment appropriate for rotation, resale, or disposition.

• Coordinate equipment inspections, customer visits, witness testing, and delivery requirements as necessary to support sales activity.

• Assist with facilitating approved dealer‑to‑dealer used equipment sales opportunities and transactions.

• Collaborate with Peterson Rental Sales Representatives, maintaining clear ownership and alignment of rental fleet sales and territory…