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Door to Door Sales Representative

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Bend

AI generated summary

  • You must have reliable transportation and be eligible for a seller's permit/solicitors license. Additional background checks and permits may be needed, but costs will be covered by the company.
  • You will engage prospects, conduct sales calls, complete documentation, manage customer accounts, and create brand awareness through community events.

Requirements

  • Must have access to reliable transportation
  • Must be eligible for a seller's permit and/or solicitors license as required by market
  • This position may require additional local background checks and permitting processes to obtain licenses to sell, as required by local municipalities and government. Any licenses or permits required will be company-paid and provided.

Responsibilities

  • Engage with potential customers: Reach out to both new and existing prospects through door-to-door visits, networking, and referrals to inform them about TDS's voice, data, and television services within your assigned territory.
  • Conduct sales calls: Identify customer needs, provide relevant information, and sell TDS services to prospective customers to achieve your sales targets.
  • Complete sales documentation: Accurately record and submit daily sales orders, agreements, third-party verifications, and reports to your supervisor, following company guidelines.
  • Oversee customer accounts: Manage customer relationships from the initial sale through installation, conducting follow-up calls to ensure satisfaction post-installation.
  • Create community buzz: Organize and participate in community events to create sales opportunities and increase brand awareness.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Door to Door Sales Representative at TDS Telecom?

The primary role involves connecting with the community by visiting homeowners, introducing them to TDS's fiber internet, TV, and phone services, and helping them upgrade to faster, more reliable technology.

How much can I expect to earn in this role?

You can expect a base salary plus uncapped commissions, with performers earning between $70,000 and $100,000+ annually, and $70,000 being the minimum expected income.

What are the typical working hours for this position?

The working hours are flexible, typically between 9 AM and 9 PM, Monday through Saturday, allowing you to manage a 40-hour work week around your personal life.

Is there a requirement for transportation?

Yes, you must have access to reliable transportation for this role, as you will be traveling to different neighborhoods for door-to-door sales.

Are there any benefits included with this position?

Yes, benefits include a day-one benefits package, a monthly gas/mileage stipend, phone allowance, three weeks of paid vacation, and more.

Do I need any specific licenses to work in this role?

Yes, you must be eligible for a seller's permit and/or solicitors license, as required by your local market. Any required licenses will be company-paid and provided.

What kind of support does TDS Telecom provide for new employees in their first months?

TDS Telecom offers ramp-up payments for the first two months to help support you as you start in your new sales role.

Is there a bonus or reward system for top performers?

Yes, top performers have the opportunity to earn exclusive rewards, including an all-expenses-paid tropical getaway.

Are there opportunities for professional development within TDS Telecom?

Yes, TDS Telecom encourages participation in Associate Resource Groups that are designed to foster community and facilitate professional development.

Does TDS Telecom value diversity in its workforce?

Yes, TDS Telecom is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and values the differences in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives within its workforce.

Connecting People and Technology

Telecommunications
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

TDS Telecom, the seventh largest local exchange telephone company in the U.S., is a wholly owned subsidiary of TDS. TDS Telecom provides 1.1 million connections to high-speed Internet, phone, and TV entertainment services to customers in more than a hundred rural, suburban, and metropolitan communities. TDS Telecom offers businesses the latest communications solutions, including: VoIP (managedIP Hosted) phone service, dedicated high-speed Internet and hosted-managed services. TDS Telecom, headquartered in Madison, Wis., operates OneNeck® IT Solutions LLC, TDS Baja Broadband LLC, and BendBroadband. Combined, the company employs nearly 3,300 people.

Benefits

  • Your Health & Well-being

    At TDS, we strive to create an environment that promotes wellness. We are committed to offering wellness programs and resources for our associates that encourage them to lead more satisfying and productive lives by maintaining or improving health and well-being.

  • Your Financial Security

    The TDS 401(k) Plan assists associates in building a solid foundation for retirement.

  • Your Life

    At TDS, we recognize you as an individual and strive to offer benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance.

  • Your Career

    At TDS, our goal is to foster a work environment that provides you professional challenges and rewards which will allow you to focus on our mission of connecting communities and customers to the world.