Sales Associate

Join a Canadian success story with over 500 team members that is still growing strong after 65 years

We cater to the rental needs of General Contractors, Subcontractors, Residential homebuilder as well as anyone looking for construction equipment rentals including heavy equipment, heaters, scaffold, fencing, lawn/garden and general tools.

Stephenson’s Rental Services is a total solutions provider focused on our people and our customers. We are seen as the “Unwavering Ally” and believe that simplicity is the key to unlocking greatness. We push past obstacles to help people be their best. **Our people thrive** in a stable/growing business and within a culture that is based on our values including Respect, Passion, Simplicity, Progressive Thinking and Family Focused.

We are currently looking for a **Sales Associate** to join our store location in **Toronto, ON.**

**We offer**
- Competitive hourly wages plus bonus opportunity.
- Participation in exciting discount programs.
- Attractive company paid for benefit package after 3 months.
- Opportunity to participate in company matched retirement savings plan.
- 42.50 hours per week - Monday-Friday with occasional evenings and weekends when needed.
- Guaranteed hours, no seasonal layoffs, local driving.
- Uniform and boot allowance provided.
- Any required training provided.
- Opportunities to grow from within.

**Job Summary**
- The Sales Associate is a customer facing employee charged with selling products, taking orders, resolving customer issues and professionally representing Stephenson’s at all times. Primary responsibility focuses on providing exceptional sales and service to all existing and prospective customers. Areas of concentration include product knowledge, systems, customer service, sales, business management, inventory control, administrative routines and housekeeping.

**Requirements**:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years customer service experience preferably in rental equipment services, home improvement centers or a similar background.
- Working knowledge and understanding of construction equipment is an asset.
- Exceptional communication skills and effectively able to deal with customers in person and on the phone
- Able to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis

**Responsibilities**
- Maximize sales opportunities with every customer
- Book reservations
- Anticipate customer needs and follow up on all leads
- Demonstrate enthusiasm with customer
- Safely load, transport, and operate various equipment including: construction equipment, heating equipment, and fuels and explain how they operate to customers.
- Maintain inventory documentation and levels to minimize stock outs
- Maintain accurate pricing and display
- Ensure proper equipment levels are available to minimize lost rentals
- Anticipate product demand, track availability, and ensure equipment is “rental ready”
- Adhere to all Company Safety Policies
- Ensure the promotion of safe work practices to all staff, customers, suppliers and contractors by reporting any workplace hazards to help eliminate them
- Use all personal protective equipment as required
- Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation
- Attend any training programs sponsored by the Company that relate directly to the Health and Safety of the position
- Other duties as assigned

We would like to thank all that apply Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- sales: 1 year (preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)