HVAC Service Inside Sales Representative

Benefits:

• Commission
• ESOP
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

Marina Mechanical Services is looking for a motivated and experienced Commercial Service HVAC Inside Salesperson to join our team. The HVAC Inside Sales Representative is responsible for converting service technician recommendations into approved and sold work. This position acts as the primary liaison between the field technician and the customer by reviewing deficiencies, developing repair and replacement proposals, sourcing materials and equipment, communicating value to the customer, overcoming objections, and following up aggressively to close sales.

The ideal candidate understands HVAC systems, possesses strong sales and relationship-building skills, and has the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously while providing exceptional customer service. Success in this role is measured by quote turnaround time, proposal conversion rates, gross profit achievement, customer retention, and overall sales growth.

As a Commercial HVAC Inside Salesperson, you will:

• Review technician-generated recommendations, deficiencies, and repair opportunities daily.
• Evaluate service tickets, photos, inspection reports, and field notes to determine scope of work.
• Contact technicians when clarification is needed regarding recommended repairs or replacement options.
• Prioritize opportunities based on urgency, customer needs, potential revenue, and operational capacity.
• Create accurate and professional repair, replacement, and upgrade proposals.
• Present solutions to customers through phone calls, email, video meetings, or customer portals.
• Educate customers on equipment condition, risks, benefits, return on investment, energy efficiency, reliability, and code compliance.
• Answer customer questions regarding scope, pricing, warranties, scheduling, equipment options, and project timelines.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline and track opportunities through all stages of the sales cycle.
• Consistently follow up on open proposals until a final decision is reached.
• Negotiate within established pricing and margin guidelines.
• Close sales while maintaining customer satisfaction and profitability.

• Develop repair and replacement quotations based on technician recommendations.
• Accurately estimate labor, materials, subcontractors, permits, rentals, freight, and applicable taxes.
• Verify scope accuracy and ensure all proposal details are clearly documented.
• Utilize pricing databases, flat-rate systems, manufacturer pricing, and company standards.
• Ensure gross profit objectives are met or exceeded.
• Prepare multiple solution options when appropriate, including:
  • Repair options
  • Replacement options
  • Preventative recommendations
  • Energy-efficiency upgrades
  • Capital project alternatives
• Review proposals for completeness and accuracy prior to release.

• Source HVAC equipment, replacement parts, components, and specialty materials from approved vendors.
• Obtain pricing and availability from suppliers.
• Verify equipment compatibility and lead times.
• Coordinate with purchasing and warehouse personnel regarding material procurement.
• Work with manufacturers, distributors, and vendor representatives to obtain:
  • Costing
  • Technical information
  • Product availability
  • Warranties
  • Alternative equipment options
• Maintain awareness of market pricing, product changes, and supply chain challenges.
• Ensure all sourced materials support company profitability goals.

• Build trusted relationships with existing customers.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the quoting and sales process.
• Respond to customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Conduct post-quote follow-ups to keep opportunities moving forward.
• Identify additional opportunities to provide value to customers.
• Promote repair, retrofit, replacement, maintenance, and service agreement solutions.
• Address concerns and objections using a consultative sales approach.
• Maintain excellent customer satisfaction and retention.

• Partner closely with service technicians…