Otis Elevator Co.
Sales Trainee – Otis Elevator Co.
Location:
OT113: CVD - FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 25365 INTERCHANGE COURT, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, 48335 USA Date Posted:
2025-08-06 Country:
United States of America
Otis Elevator Company is searching for highly motivated candidates interested in starting a career in sales! The comprehensive training program provides development opportunities that consist of classroom instruction as well as hands‑on field learning. Sales Trainees will shadow Sales Reps/Account Managers, Field Supervisors, and Technicians to obtain business and industry knowledge as well as product training.
Following success in the 3‑month training program, Sales Trainees will be assigned a sales role with a portfolio of accounts in a defined geographic territory, which may require relocation. Candidates should be geographically mobile and location flexible.
This is a salaried position and offers additional incentive compensation following success in the trainee program, along with excellent benefits.
Essential Responsibilities
Sell Otis products and/or services upgrades
Develop and explain the sales territory through cold calling and familiarity with local market conditions and competitor dynamics
Identify benefits to the customer and opportunities to upgrade/replace products involved
Service existing accounts to ensure retention of business
Work to improve current and develop new business relationships
Achieve or exceed planned sales objectives
Provide technical support to current and prospective customers
Maintain up‑to‑date technical knowledge of Otis products
Monitor and manage the collection of accounts
Perform product quality surveys
Schedule necessary field resources to ensure customer satisfaction
Education / Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree required or currently pursuing degree which must be awarded prior to start date in July 2026
Basic Qualifications
Ability to work in a highly team‑oriented and dynamic environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers
Self‑motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Prior sales internship experience is a plus
Benefits
401(k) plan with generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents, beginning on first day of employment
Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays
Paid sick leave
Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs
Life insurance and disability coverage
Voluntary benefits such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance
Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Peer recognition and service anniversary awards, as well as spot performance bonus opportunities
Salary Range:
$60,000–$70,000. Pay within this range will be based on several factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.
Apply today and build what's next! If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
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OT113: CVD - FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 25365 INTERCHANGE COURT, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, 48335 USA Date Posted:
2025-08-06 Country:
United States of America
Otis Elevator Company is searching for highly motivated candidates interested in starting a career in sales! The comprehensive training program provides development opportunities that consist of classroom instruction as well as hands‑on field learning. Sales Trainees will shadow Sales Reps/Account Managers, Field Supervisors, and Technicians to obtain business and industry knowledge as well as product training.
Following success in the 3‑month training program, Sales Trainees will be assigned a sales role with a portfolio of accounts in a defined geographic territory, which may require relocation. Candidates should be geographically mobile and location flexible.
This is a salaried position and offers additional incentive compensation following success in the trainee program, along with excellent benefits.
Essential Responsibilities
Sell Otis products and/or services upgrades
Develop and explain the sales territory through cold calling and familiarity with local market conditions and competitor dynamics
Identify benefits to the customer and opportunities to upgrade/replace products involved
Service existing accounts to ensure retention of business
Work to improve current and develop new business relationships
Achieve or exceed planned sales objectives
Provide technical support to current and prospective customers
Maintain up‑to‑date technical knowledge of Otis products
Monitor and manage the collection of accounts
Perform product quality surveys
Schedule necessary field resources to ensure customer satisfaction
Education / Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree required or currently pursuing degree which must be awarded prior to start date in July 2026
Basic Qualifications
Ability to work in a highly team‑oriented and dynamic environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers
Self‑motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Prior sales internship experience is a plus
Benefits
401(k) plan with generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents, beginning on first day of employment
Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays
Paid sick leave
Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs
Life insurance and disability coverage
Voluntary benefits such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance
Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Peer recognition and service anniversary awards, as well as spot performance bonus opportunities
Salary Range:
$60,000–$70,000. Pay within this range will be based on several factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.
Apply today and build what's next! If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
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