Commercial Landscape Sales Representative

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for a Commercial Landscape Sales Representative to help grow revenue in its Commercial Landscape Services division. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Saint Louis, Missouri, with travel required up to 50%. The company serves residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners across the U.S. and Canada and emphasizes strong client relationships, practical landscaping expertise, and a disciplined sales approach. The position carries the internal reference ID 230031 and sits within a team that values thoughtful growth and hands-on service.

As the CLS Sales Representative, you’ll shape and execute sales plans, deliver persuasive presentations to prospective clients, and manage a solid pipeline of opportunities in targeted markets. You’ll work closely with senior management to craft business development strategies and ensure reporting tracks performance accurately to inform decisions. If you enjoy combining sales discipline with landscaping know-how and you’re motivated by building lasting client connections, this onsite role could be a fit.

Saint Louis will be your home base, and the role comes with the stability of permanent, full-time employment and a robust benefits package. You’ll travel as needed to engage clients, participate in industry events, and support project opportunities across markets, while working within a well-established organization that combines the resources of a large company with the spirit of an entrepreneurial culture.

Mapping the turf: day-to-day rhythms

Your daily work centers on driving revenue for CLS by developing and executing strategies that win new business and help existing clients grow. You’ll craft compelling sales proposals, present at client meetings, and pursue opportunities with a clear plan to meet or exceed targets. A big part of the job is building and maintaining a healthy pipeline through proactive prospecting and ongoing lead generation in the markets you’re targeting.

Market insight will be your compass as you study trends, evaluate the competitive landscape, and translate what you learn into practical strategies for expanding Davey Tree’s client base and market presence. You’ll team up with senior management to implement a comprehensive business development plan that aligns with the company’s strategic goals and supports ongoing expansion. Proposals and contracts will be prepared with competitiveness and compliance in mind, helping ensure smooth project starts and solid execution.

Collaboration is key: you’ll coordinate with internal teams to meet client expectations, promote the Davey Tree brand at events, and work with marketing on promotional efforts that generate qualified leads. You’ll rely on accurate reporting and performance tracking to give leadership timely insights for decision-making. The role also encourages continuous improvement and professional development in landscaping and business development, with the expectation that you’ll respond appropriately in emergencies and fulfill other duties as assigned while following company policies.

The must-have and the nice-to-haves

Education and experience paths vary, but the role requires one of several solid options: a four-year college degree; an associate’s degree paired with one year of outside sales experience that builds client relationships; or a high school diploma (or equivalent) with two years of outside sales experience; or an equivalent blend of education and experience.

• A proactive self-starter who can manage time well and stays meticulous, a combination that tends to lift sales performance and client satisfaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software tools needed to perform the duties of the role.
• A valid driver’s license to support client visits and field work.

The following attributes are a plus: a proven history of meeting and surpassing sales goals; the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment; and Spanish language skills, which can be beneficial in expanding client outreach.

Note: In some cases, government clients Davey Tree Expert Company works with may conduct their own background checks, and the results can affect hiring decisions.

Pay, benefits and the practical details

Davey backs its people with a broad benefits package available to eligible employees from Day 1. The offerings include group health plans, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match. There’s also an Employee Stock Purchase Plan that lets you buy company stock at a 15% discount, holidays and paid time off, a payroll savings plan, a charitable matching gift program, an employee referral program, and educational scholarships for employees and their families, plus a Davey family scholarship. Employees enjoy a 20% discount on all Davey services, plus cell phone and vehicle purchase discounts. All listed benefits apply to eligible employees on Day 1, and a union note clarifies that unions may affect 401(k) eligibility depending on local agreements.

The role is permanent and full-time, based onsite in Saint Louis, MO, with travel up to 50% as part of serving clients and pursuing opportunities across markets.

Davey emphasizes workplace accommodations; reasonable adjustments are available to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance at any time, you can reach Davey’s recruiting team at 1-877-411-7601 or via email at [email protected].

Tips to help you stand out for this search

Lead with your education or outside sales experience. If you hold a four-year degree or have meaningful sales experience that built client relationships, position that front and center on your resume and include a concrete example of how you expanded a client database or closed new business within a target market.

Back up your must-haves with proof. Describe how you stay organized, manage your time, and track your sales pipeline, ideally with metrics that show how you improved client satisfaction or increased revenue over a period.

Be ready to talk about collaboration and business development planning. Have a crisp story about working with senior management to design a plan that enabled market expansion, and how you coordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver on client expectations.

Ask a specific question that ties to the role’s responsibilities. For instance, you could inquire about how marketing efforts and events feed into the sales cycle in Saint Louis and how leadership measures success for the business development plan.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting across the U.S. and Canada and invites you to learn more at Davey.com. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities, and assistance is provided at 1-877-411-7601 or via [email protected].