Job summary

Company overview

MacAllister® Surface Prep specializes in providing equipment, tools, and solutions for surface preparation, including concrete grinding, polishing, and coating removal. The company generates revenue through the sale, rental, and servicing of high-quality surface preparation machinery, catering to construction, industrial, and commercial clients. As part of the MacAllister Machinery family, it benefits from a long-standing reputation in the equipment industry, rooted in its parent company's founding in 1945. Candidates should note its emphasis on customer service, technical expertise, and innovative solutions in the surface preparation sector.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your experience with Caterpillar construction equipment and your knowledge of the full range of Caterpillar products, emphasizing your ability to support sales, rentals, and customer service in a retail environment.

  • Focus on showcasing your strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and any experience with equipment sales systems relevant to MacAllister Machinery.

  • Apply through multiple channels such as the MacAllister® Surface Prep corporate website, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your chances of visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the retail sales or equipment sales divisions at MacAllister® Surface Prep; use ice breakers like complimenting recent company growth, asking about their experience with the MacAllister 'pull strategy,' or inquiring about team culture and training opportunities.

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