What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Sales Representative position at American Residential Services?
Overview
Pay: $65,000 - $175,000 annually based on performance* (average compensation range of top performers)Schedule: Varies, (1) weekend day requiredFull-time, year-round work
ARS of Illinois is seeking a Residential Sales Representatives. Earn $65,000 - $175,000 annually based on performance*, while working for the nation's largest provider of residential HVAC, plumbing and electrical services.
With 7,000 team members and 45 years of industry experience, ARS delivers stability, growth, and industry-leading support for HVAC professionals.
What We Offer Residential Sales Representatives:
- Warm leads — no cold calling or canvassing
- Uncapped commission structure
- Weekly settlements (draw against commission)
- Take-home vehicle, gas card, phone, and tablet provided
- Insurance available after 31 days
- Low-cost medical (as low as $5/week)
- Dental, vision, HSA/FSA
- 401(k) with company match
- 13 days PTO 8 paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Ongoing sales training and product knowledge development
Responsibilities
As a Residential Sales Representatives you will:
- Meet with homeowners to assess and quote heating and cooling systems
- You’ll present product options, explain installation details, and provide transparent pricing.
- Conduct pre-scheduled, in-home sales appointments with homeowners.
- All appointments are set by ARS based on incoming service calls or inquiries.
- Build relationships, assess customer needs, and provide tailored recommendations.
- Present financing and promotional options to close deals efficiently.
Qualifications
What You Need As Residential Sales Representatives:
- Residential HVAC experience, but not required.
- Sales experience required
- In-home sales or one-call-close experience preferred
- Familiarity with gas, electric, and tankless water heater solutions
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- Strong communication, consultative sales skills, and product presentation ability
Why Join ARS?
ARS is a national leader in heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, and electrical services. We invest in our HVAC installers with competitive pay, top benefits, and long-term career opportunities.
This posting provides details on potential compensation ranges and possibilities. These amounts are not guaranteed and should in no way be construed as an offer. American Residential Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. For more information about how we collect and use personal information, see our privacy policy here: https://www.ars.com/privacy-policy.