Tree Service Sales Representative

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and results-driven Tree Service Sales & Business Development Manager to help grow our tree service business throughout Knoxville and the surrounding areas.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in the tree removal, forestry, or outdoor services industry who enjoys meeting customers, identifying new business opportunities, estimating jobs, and closing sales.

The right candidate will take ownership of the sales process from finding potential customers and visiting job sites to preparing estimates, following up with prospects, and securing signed contracts.

Duties

• Visit residential and commercial properties to assess customer needs and provide estimates.
• Prepare and present quotes for tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, land clearing, forestry mulching, and other tree services.
• Follow up on estimates, answer customer questions, negotiate within approved pricing guidelines, and secure signed contracts.
• Proactively generate new leads through networking, cold calling, in-person outreach, referrals, and local marketing.
• Build relationships with commercial property managers, HOAs, builders, general contractors, real estate professionals, and other potential clients.
• Identify and pursue larger, higher-value projects and recurring commercial contracts.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective customers and follow up consistently.
• Represent the company professionally and provide excellent customer service.
• Coordinate with ownership and operations to ensure accurate estimates and a smooth transition from sale to scheduling and job completion.
• Track estimates, sales activity, customer follow-ups, and results.

Experience

• Previous experience in tree service, arboriculture, landscaping, forestry, construction, or a related industry preferred.
• Previous sales, estimating, or business development experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, land clearing, or forestry mulching is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to assess job sites and identify potential work opportunities.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently.
• Strong follow-up skills and a goal-oriented mindset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel throughout Knoxville and surrounding service areas.
• Comfortable using a phone, email, and basic estimating or customer management software.

We want someone who takes initiative, enjoys building relationships, and knows how to turn opportunities into profitable jobs. The ideal candidate is comfortable getting out in the community, meeting potential customers, generating leads, and following through until contracts are signed.

If you’re an experienced tree industry professional with a sales mindset and a drive to grow a business, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief description of your relevant industry and sales experience.

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person