Sales Jobs in Washington, IL

Part-Time Operations Associate

Location: Peoria, IL

Schedule: Part-time, 20–25 hours per week

Compensation: $22-24/hr

Type: In-office preferred

About The Whisler Agency

The Whisler Agency is a retirement planning firm in Peoria, Illinois focused on helping clients move toward retirement with clarity, confidence, and a plan built around their values. The firm provides retirement planning, wealth management, and risk management services, and stays visible in the community through educational workshops, events, and media content including a television series and YouTube presence.

We’re hiring a Part-Time Operations Associate to help keep the client experience organized, responsive, and professional behind the scenes. This is a strong fit for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable juggling both administrative and light marketing tasks, and enjoys helping a small, client-focused office run smoothly.

What you’ll do

• Answer incoming calls, manage voicemail, and help ensure timely client follow-up
• Organize and maintain client files, documents, and office paperwork
• Prepare materials and paperwork for client meetings and in-person workshops
• Communicate with workshop attendees and help schedule appointments
• Update website event information, assist with email campaigns, and help coordinate blog content
• Upload television episodes to YouTube and support ongoing content organization
• Pre-fill paperwork for client appointments and assist with quarterly newsletter mailings

Ideal candidate

You will likely thrive here if you are organized, warm, responsive, and take pride in getting details right. You enjoy creating order, communicating clearly, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. You do not need to be a high-pressure salesperson, but you do need to be proactive, polished, and comfortable supporting both operations and client communication.

Required qualifications

• Prior experience in administrative support, office support, client service, or operations support
• Strong phone, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort managing documents, calendars, and follow-up tasks
• Basic comfort with technology, including Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small-office environment

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in financial services, insurance, or a professional services office
• Experience with event coordination, email campaigns, or light marketing support
• Familiarity with website updates, YouTube uploads, or CRM/database work

If you are the kind of person who takes ownership, follows through, and enjoys being the steady hand behind a polished client experience, this could be a great fit.

This position is responsible for selling and renting new and used heavy construction equipment. This is a 100% commission position and is perfect for the self motivated outside sales professional. Position covers the following Illinois territory: Counties include: McLean and Livingston.

• Sell and rent new and used Caterpillar heavy construction equipment and allied products.
• Achieve maximum sales (new / used) and profitability in assigned territory by working with both existing customers and targeting new accounts.
• Focus on providing viable equipment solutions to our Heavy Construction customer base.
• Have a firm understanding of the used equipment market in order to effectively sell used machines and assess trade values.
• Meet or exceed market growth goals.
• Prepare sales presentations, reports and sales quotes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Sales experience is a plus
• Must reside or be willing to relocate to the territory.
• Construction knowledge desired.
• Must possess and display a positive, can-do attitude with the ability to create customer relationships.
• Ability to use "Value Added" selling techniques and models.
• Strong financial and negotiating skills are needed.
• Computer literate and proficient with using the Internet and Microsoft Office is required.
• Must possess excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to trade shows, training sessions as requested.
• Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on final candidate).

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: This is a 100% commission position with anticipated first year earnings of $70,000-$100,000 annualized.

This position will spend a good portion of time traveling to customer jobsites. May work in an office environment, sitting at a desk for a period of time to answer phone calls or use a keyboard to complete documents and communicate through email. May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 75lbs. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

Retail leadership experience may qualify you for this exciting opportunity. Our friendly atmosphere, competitive wages, and commitment to excellence make Nena Ace Hardware the place for a fulfilling career.

Leaders must delegate, train, and monitor the progress of all associates and all facets of the hardware store. The primary responsibilities of in-store management are to manage the sales, expenses, profits, assets, and team members' personal development to ensure customers are receiving the highest level of customer service.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of previous retail management experience. We are looking for qualified individuals for roles such as shift manager, assistant manager, and store manager. Nena Ace Hardware offers a career path and opportunity to grow and advance.

The ability to lift 50 pounds consistently, and to stand and walk for up to 8 hours during shift are required.

Ace Hardware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free environment. Ace goes beyond hardware: build a future, a purpose, and a community with us.

At Nena Ace Hardware you have the opportunity to grow with the company in a fun and active work environment.

Click through and start your journey with us now!

Notice to Applicant about this Employer: You are applying for a job with an independently owned and operated cooperative member of Ace Hardware Corporation, who owns and operates this Ace Hardware retail store location. Ace Hardware Corporation is not the employer for this position. The independent store owner alone is responsible for and independently makes all decisions concerning employment related matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. Ace Hardware Corporation will not receive a copy of any applications submitted for this position, does not control interviews and/or hiring decisions, and has no control over or responsibility for the employment policies and practices of the independent store owner. If hired, the independent store owner will be your only employer. The Ace Hardware trademarks, logos and designs are owned by Ace Hardware Corporation and used by independent store owners under a license from Ace Hardware Corporation.

Account Executive - Direct

Location: Hybrid position in four locations: Peoria, Springfield, Bloomington, or Rockford

Illinois.

We’re Scaling. Are You Ready to Own Your Success?

We're expanding, and with growth comes limitless opportunity. If you’re a driven, competitive sales

hunter who craves big wins, high earnings, and total control over your success, this is your chance

to dominate your market and build a 6-figure career in a fast-paced, high-energy sales environment.

If you’re the type who thrives under pressure, refuses to settle for mediocrity, and enjoys winning in a high-stakes game, keep reading.

What You'll Do (Your Playbook for Success)

• Own your territory. Be in the field, meet with decision-makers, and hunt for new business across all sizes and segments.
• Crush your targets. Exceed quota and sales goals with precision and consistency—nothing less.
• Dominate the competition. Identify, pursue, and close high-value deals, leveraging our cutting-edge product portfolio and best-in-class onboarding and customer service.
• Be a strategic closer. Master high-impact negotiations, pitch with confidence, and close deals efficiently.
• Leverage your network. Your local business connections are your power base—tap into them and expand your influence.
• Stay ahead of the game. Monitor the competitive landscape and seize new market opportunities before anyone else does.
• Maximize your commissions. Our uncapped earnings model means your hustle determines your paycheck—top performers earn big.

What You Bring (Your Competitive Edge)

• A fearless, hunter mentality—you thrive on closing new business and dominating the competition.
• Proven sales success (3-5+ years) in telecommunications or technology.
• Expertise in Internet, Data, Voice & Cloud Solutions highly preferred.
• Deep local business ties in Rockford, Springfield, Bloomington or Peoria—you know the players and have the connections.
• Relentless drive to win—you push limits, overcome objections, and never back down from a challenge.
• High-level consultative sales skills—you identify client pain points, present solutions with confidence, and control the sales process from start to finish.
• Ability to multitask and pivot fast—this industry moves quickly, and so do you.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills—you can hold your own in any boardroom.

What You Get (Why You Want This)

• Uncapped earning potential—top performers make six figures, no limits, no caps.
• A powerful product suite backed by white-glove customer service and a world-class network.
• A fast-paced, agile company—we move quickly, adapt instantly, and reward top performers with rapid advancement.
• Full sales support—work alongside Sales Engineers, Voice Solution Specialists, and other pros who ensure your clients stay satisfied.

This is NOT just another sales job. This is YOUR chance to build a career, control your success, and

be recognized as a top performer in a highly competitive industry.

Benefits:

• 401k matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Business expense reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Hybrid schedule

• Responsible for assisting customers with sales and rental equipment needs.
• Enter all rental contracts, billing statements/invoices.
• Order supplies, sell supply items and responsible for re-stocking supply items.
• Answer calls and questions that customers have
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
• Load and unload small equipment when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Paid Time Off: Prorated 80 hours of PTO + 1 Floating Holiday
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

• 2 years of previous construction equipment experience needed.
• General knowledge of construction equipment needed.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literate and proficient with programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook required. Knowledge of DBS preferred
• Good organizational skills with excellent communication skills (verbally & written) is required.
• Must be well organized and able to meet challenging deadlines.
• Previous customer service experience is required.
• Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred
• Ability to lift 75 lbs safely.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with clean driving record (Motor Vehicle will be performed on final candidate)

This position works in an office environment and Warehouse environment. May, on a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. May, on a continuous basis be out in the warehouse to pick inventory or to re-stock inventory. Walking, climb, squat, twist (general range of motion movements) and lifting up to 75 lbs. may be required. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate to low and the noise level in the warehouse is usually moderate to high. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Occasional travel is required, 30% of travel is needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

• Review expense books, credit card receipts, training expenses, benefit expenses, accident forms and follow-up, and completes these forms for service manager approval.
• Assists field supervisors with job schedules, job openings, proper tax codes, repair progress, job review, work order notes, service report review, and invoicing.
• Also assists with work-in-progress review, credit returns, Reman cores, expense issues relating to daily activity in Service Office.
• Obtains backup material for warranty and policy reference material, as well as flat rates, standard jobs, and CSA pricing and scheduling.
• Perform back-up duties for service department phones, payroll review and entry, work order entry, and service office organization & appearance.
• Provide admin support to field service staff.
• An additional role would include lube truck technician dispatching.
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an executive assistant or previous accounting/payroll experience required.
• Ability to read/ interpret documents such as service literature and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of how to write and complete routine reports and correspondence forms.
• Must be able to handle general math to calculate figures and amounts, basic statistical reports and knowledge of how to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Computer literate and proficient with programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook required.
• Ability to handle and problem solve service issues that might occur in a professional manner.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and customer service skills are needed creative
• Must be team oriented and willing to adapt to change.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on final candidate)

Non-Union INC:

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Paid Time Off: Prorated 80 hours of PTO + 1 Floating Holiday
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: Min: $18/hr. Max: $24/hr.

This position works in an office environment. May, on a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Some walking and lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

• Inspect, wash and prepare for shop all equipment returning from rentals.
• Must take pride in store and yard appearance, maintaining a neatly organized and safe work area.
• Responsible for loading and unloading trucks.
• Will assist in scanning of all rental equipment during delivery and return processes as well as maintaining associated paperwork.
• Will assist in biweekly inventory scanning.
• Inspect returned equipment for damage during the rental period and complete proper documentation.
• Process and maintain all associated paperwork.
• May perform other related duties as requested and/or assigned.

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Additional 401(k) Contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Vacation: 40 hours of vacation after 1 year of full-time employment
• Sick: 40 hours of sick after 1 year of full-time employment
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: $22.14 - $24.84 per hour

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience in loading, unloading and transportation of construction equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must have PC experience with MS Excel, Word, and general computer literacy.
• Multi-tasking with good communication, planning & organizational skills are needed
• Must take initiative, be team oriented and willing to adapt to change.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Excellent communication skills (written, e-mail, and verbal) are required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle will be performed on final candidate).

This position will work in an outside environment and may work in a Shop environment and exposed to elements of weather. May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 50lbs. The wearing of approved safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields) is required when needed. Noise level in the shop/warehouse may range from moderate to high. Must be flexible during peak season working overtime as needed. Occasional local travel may be required to transport equipment. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?
At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with a remarkable team of people.

Think Big Program

(Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology Program)

If you or anyone you know is considering careers please advise them of this fantastic opportunity in a high-demand field. Students can receive their Associate in Applied Sciences while going through our paid internship! Additionally, we also have a tuition reimbursement Program for students!

The Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology Program is a great opportunity for anyone interested in going to school to learn a skilled trade in a high-demand industry. Students will go through a two-year curriculum where they will rotationally attend Illinois Central College, located in East Peoria, for 8 weeks and then attend an Altorfer branch to complete an 8 week internship. This rotation continues throughout the duration of the program. A few of the courses they will take are Fundamentals of Hydraulics, Caterpillar Engine Fuel Systems, Fundamentals of Electrical Systems, Diagnostic Testing, and Undercarriage/Final Drives.

Please visit the link below to apply and for more information.

academics/catalog/agricultural-and-industrial-technologies/caterpillar-dealer-service-technology/

Compensation & What We Can Offer You:

• Payrate: $18.50 per hour
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tool Insurance and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) earn up to 40 hours of PTO per calendar year

This position works in a warehouse/shop environment. May on a continuous basis walk, climb on and off equipment, bend and lift up to 75-100lbs. May be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields) when needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. May intermittently sit at a desk for a period of time to answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through email. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

Job Title: In-Person Sales Development Representative

Location: East Peoria, IL (ON SITE)

Pay Range: $24 – 25.52/Hr. On W2 (Depending on Experience/Interview)

Duration: Contract Role (Possible Extension or Temp to Hire for Right Candidate)

Shift times: Monday to Friday 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Job Description:

Visit a high volume of restaurant prospects in your territory each week, introducing and securing qualified meetings for our Outside Sales team

Identify the owner or key decision maker at each location and quickly build trust in short, in-person conversations

Deliver a clear pitch on how can help restaurants grow orders, reach new customers, and optimize operations

Log every visit, conversation, and meeting outcome in our systems (Salesforce and other sales tools) with strong attention to detail

Partner closely with Outside Account Executives to align on target accounts, ideal customer profiles, and follow up plans

Manage and prioritize your daily route to maximize quality visits and meetings booked

Follow up with merchants via phone, text, and email after visits to confirm meetings and keep them engaged

Hit and exceed weekly and monthly targets related to meetings set, meetings held, and downstream revenue impact

Act as the local eyes and ears in your market, sharing feedback from merchants to help improve our pitch and our products You are

Energized by in-person selling and talking to strangers all day

Resilient when you hear "no” and disciplined enough to move to the next door without losing momentum

Comfortable working independently in the field, planning your own day, and owning your results

Competitive, goal oriented, and motivated by clear targets and performance based incentives

Organized with your time, territory, and follow ups

A strong communicator, both face to face and in writing

Coachable and open to feedback, with a desire to build a long term sales career

Qualifications

1+ year of experience in outbound sales, canvassing, field marketing, or other customer facing work where you drove new business or sign ups

Experience can be in sales, hospitality, retail, service industry, or similar environments

Comfortable having high volume, short, in person conversations every day

Ability to learn and articulate the value proposition clearly and confidently

Experience working with sales tools such as Salesforce, Outreach, or similar CRMs is a plus

Restaurant, food and beverage, or local business experience is a plus

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel regularly within your assigned territory

Willingness to work restaurant friendly hours when needed, including some early mornings, evenings, or occasional weekends Physical and work requirements

Ability to be on your feet for extended periods while visiting merchants

Ability to drive frequently within your assigned territory

Ability to carry light materials such as flyers, one pagers, or a tablet during visits Why this role matters In-Field SDRs are the bridge between and the local merchants that define a neighborhood.

The meetings you book turn into partnerships that help restaurants grow and shape how customers Client food in your market.

If you want a path into sales, like seeing your impact in real time, and enjoy being out in the field instead of behind a desk, this role is built for you.

“Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.”