Entry-Level Sales Apprenticeship (Leadership Track) (Rockville)
Grit Marketing2 months ago
Rockville, MD, United States
On-site
Full-time
Beginner Level (< 1 year)
Job Description
Position Overview
Entry‑Level Sales Apprenticeship (Leadership Track) is designed for early‑career individuals from backgrounds such as retail, fast food, serving, warehouse/blue‑collar work, or customer service who are looking for a long‑term sales career rather than a temporary summer job. This role begins with an intensive Summer 2026 ramp where you will work Schedule: 6 days/week, 8‑10 hours per day, in‑person door‑to‑door. You will be operating in assigned neighborhoods, which may require relocation and shared housing during the ramp (Location: various U.S. markets). If you meet performance expectations, you will transition into an ongoing, quota‑carrying sales role with a clear leadership track.
Key Responsibilities
- Go door‑to‑door in assigned neighborhoods to introduce homeowners to our pest control services.
- Use a proven script to handle objections and close new customer sales.
- Work during the summer ramp, attending daily morning training and role‑plays with your team lead.
- After the ramp, manage your own territory as an ongoing sales representative, meeting established weekly and monthly quotas.
- Track your daily activities and results including door counts, conversations, closes, revenue, and commissions.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old by May 1 and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Available full‑time for the Summer 2026 ramp (approximately May–August, 6 days/week).
- Willing to relocate and live in shared housing with teammates during the ramp.
- Comfortable with a commission‑only pay structure and meeting weekly/monthly sales quotas.
- Committed to treating this opportunity as a long‑term career path with potential leadership growth.
- Reliable, coachable, and ready to work hard through long hours outdoors.
Benefits & Perks
- Opportunity for long‑term career advancement and progression into leadership roles.
- Intensive hands‑on training during the summer ramp to build real-world sales skills.
- Performance‑based, commission‑only pay structure with the potential for commission overrides as you progress.
- Valuable experience in door‑to‑door sales and direct customer interaction in a dynamic environment.
Required Skills
customer service
door-to-door sales
leadership development
team collaboration
communication
handling objections