Building Automation Sales Engineer
Description
Join Brooks Building Technologies and help shape the future of smart, energy-efficient buildings across South Florida. We're looking for a motivated sales professional with experience in Building Automation (BAS), HVAC controls, commercial HVAC, or mechanical systems to grow our Building Automation business.
Key Responsibilities
- Sell our Building Automation and Energy Solutions business, focusing on existing account upgrades and additions to grow the service business.
- Think outside the box to capture new vertical markets, projects, and customers.
- Communicate effectively through various platforms, tailoring messages to your audience and leading them toward objectives.
- Stay up to date with the latest building automation and energy consumption technologies.
- Identify new business opportunities through networking, trade shows, cold calling, follow-up calls, and collaboration with the team.
- Conduct site surveys to identify mechanical, electrical, and operational inefficiencies, review utility bills, and provide solutions.
- Develop and communicate sales strategies, ensuring effective customer solutions delivery.
- Initiate projects beyond established practices and work with internal teams to drive change and improvement.
- Cookordination with Project Managers to ensure timely project delivery, acting as a key communication link between operations and sales teams.
- Use your spending account to entertain, engage, and build relationships with owners and engineers.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Proven success in outside sales, account management, or business development.
- Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems, controls, or mechanical equipment.
- Ability to build trust and develop relationships with customers and decision-makers.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software.
- Building Automation sales experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with commercial HVAC sales or technical HVAC experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory.
- Ability to walk commercial buildings, construction sites, rooftops, and mechanical rooms during customer visits and site surveys.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders and navigate areas with uneven surfaces while following all applicable safety requirements.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, dust, and moderate noise.
- Ability to use a computer, tablet, smartphone, and other standard office equipment for extended periods.
Why Work at Brooks Building Technologies?
Brooks Building Technologies is a Metro Jacksonville Top Workplace (three years running!) and a leader in HVAC, building automation, and energy-efficient solutions for commercial buildings. With 150+ employees and a strong culture rooted in growth and collaboration, we offer the career development opportunities and mentorship you'd expect from a growing company—plus direct access to leadership. We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Health benefits with HSA contributions
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual company wide sales training
About the Role
We offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward performance and support your success:
- Base Salary: $70,000 – $90,000+ annually, commensurate with experience
- Commission: Uncapped commission structure with high earning potential
- Car Allowance: $700 per month
- Fuel: Company-provided gas card