About this position
Emergency Services Sales Representative
Blue Island, IL 60406
COMPANY BACKGROUND:
- One of the most trusted names in disaster restoration services with offices in Chicago’s South suburbs is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, persuasive individual to fill our Loss Consultant / Business Development position
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build, grow, and manage referral partnerships with plumbers and plumbing companies through a structured Plumbing Referral Program
- Respond promptly to fire, flood, and other property damage scenes
- Serve as the first point of contact for affected property owners by providing victim assistance in a calm, clear direction during high-stress situations
- Educate clients on restoration processes, timelines, safety considerations, and insurance expectations
- Generate and secure new business-to-business sales revenue
- Proactively sell Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) to commercial clients
- Attend networking events, trade shows, and industry meetings to build long-term relationships
- Track and follow up on referrals, leads, emergency losses, and commercial opportunities
- Maintain strong communication with internal teams to ensure smooth project handoffs
- Represents the company professionally in all client and partner interactions
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Proven experience generating referrals from plumbers, trades, or similar partners
- Comfortable and confident responding to emergency loss situations
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Experience in sales, restoration, or construction industries is a plus
- Ability to work independently without close supervision
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Empathy-driven approach when working with property owners in crisis
Education or Experience:
- Two-year college degree preferred
- Job or industry experience equivalent
- Sales background with proven success in referral or territory development
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Your talents will be rewarded with a competitive base annual salary of ($60,000–$70,000) plus commissions, based on your experience. Your employee benefit package offers medical (company subsidized), dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 100% company-paid life insurance (up to $25,000) and accidental death & dismemberment (up to $25,000), 401k (3% of total salary), plus annual profit-sharing contribution, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off
WHY JOIN US?
- We believe that our people are our greatest asset. As a Sales Executive – Loss Consultant / Business Development Representative, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make an immediate impact on the growth of our business. With competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to build meaningful partnerships that shape our success, this is an exciting career path for the right individual
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
- If you're driven, strategic, and eager to be part of a fast-growing company, we’d enjoy hearing from you! Apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.
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Location and commute
2441 Vermont St, Blue Island, IL 60406.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3158845323.