Residential Sales Representative

Are you energized by the thrill of closing a deal? Do you love meeting new people and having the freedom to control your own success? At TDS Telecom, our Residential Sales Representatives are more than sellers—they’re trusted advisors and community connectors. Every day, you’ll be out in the field, meeting homeowners face-to-face, introducing them to cutting-edge fiber internet, TV, and phone services that make life better. You’re not shaping how people experience technology.

About the role

Connect with your community by knocking on 60+ doors each day and sparking conversations with 15–20 people. Make an impact by helping 1–3 families daily upgrade to faster, more reliable internet that keeps them connected. Be the face of TDS—represent our brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a commitment to exceptional service.

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.

Requirements

• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must be eligible for a seller's permit and/or solicitor's 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.

Qualifications

• Self-Motivated: You’re driven, ambitious, and always looking for ways to improve.
• Charisma and Confidence: You’re a people-person who loves talking to new people and making connections.
• Goal-Oriented: You thrive on hitting targets and love the thrill of closing a deal.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness.

• Day-one benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and 401(k) Plan.
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave: 3 weeks of paid vacation and 2 weeks of paid sick time per year.
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday.
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment).
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance.
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs.
• Monthly gas/mileage stipend + phone allowance.
• Ramp-up payments for your first four months.
• Exclusive rewards: Top performers earn an all-expenses-paid tropical getaway.
• TDS Discounted Services.

Associates scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Volunteer Time.

All associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.

Pay

Unlimited Earning Potential: Base salary + uncapped commissions. Hit your goals and earn $100,000+ annually!

Schedule

Freedom & Flexibility: Manage your own 40-hour workweek with hours between 9 AM–9 PM, Monday–Saturday. Spend 20–25% of your time on admin work from the comfort of home.

About TDS Telecom

TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting-edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect.