The Role
Entry-level sales trainee in lease and rental trucks. Build customer relationships via calls, visits, email and CRM. Support rental processes, paperwork, inspections, logistics, and insurance/credit approvals. Participate in sales training and collaborate with sales, service, rental, and admin teams to grow into larger sales responsibilities.
Summary Generated by Built In
This is a career-development opportunity to learn the commercial truck lease and rental business from the ground up. You will start by working directly with customers at our Milwaukee rental counter – handling rental transactions, solving customer problems, following up on opportunities, and learning our business hands-on. As you develop, you’ll take on increasing responsibility for prospecting, business development, customer relationships, and outside sales.
Transportation is an essential industry that touches nearly every type of business, creating broad opportunities to learn, build relationships, and grow a career. Our goal is to find someone with the potential to grow into a successful Rental Sales or Account Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Work directly with customers in person and via phone or email to coordinate truck rentals.
- Build relationships through strong communication and follow-up.
- Identify rental, lease, and other sales opportunities.
- Learn about our customers, equipment, and the commercial transportation business.
- Assist with prospecting and new business development.
- Work alongside experienced sales, operations, and administrative professionals.
- Take ownership of additional customer and sales opportunities as your skills develop.
- Support planning and coordination of customer and industry events.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- College degree or equivalent demonstrated achievement preferred.
- Ability to learn and effectively use business and customer-management systems.
- Previous sales, customer service, rental, or transportation experience is helpful but not required.
About
Transportation is more than just an industry, it’s the engine of our economy. At Lakeside International Trucks, We’re proud to serve the people and fleets that keep America running strong. Every repair, every part, every sale connects to a bigger purpose – helping others move what matters most. When you build your career here, you’re part of a team that supports local communities, deliveries critical goods and powers progress across the nation. Why Lakeside:· Continues career growth and in-house training programs· Local work with national impact· Access to the newest clean diesel and hybrid truck technology· Performance based bonuses across departments· Work in an essential, growing industry· Opportunities across multiple dealership locations We don’t just sell and service trucks – we keep commerce moving and communities thriving.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- College coursework, degree, military service, or other relevant experience
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Comfort using Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
- Experience using CRM and performing CRM activity (calls, follow-up, tracking)
- Strong written and verbal communication, thoroughness, and follow-through
- Willingness to perform hands-on tasks (truck check-in/check-out, inspections, documentation)
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The Company
What We Do
Lakeside International Trucks is a full-service dealership specializing in medium and heavy-duty trucks. They provide comprehensive solutions including new and used truck sales, genuine parts, certified diesel engine service, body shop repairs, and flexible commercial truck leasing and rental programs through Badgerland Idealease. With multiple locations across Wisconsin and Illinois, they are committed to maximizing customer uptime and delivering high-standard support for businesses operating commercial vehicles.
