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Commercial Lead jobs on OPT require employers to file an H-1B visa or facilitate visa sponsorship before your 12-month standard OPT window closes. STEM OPT extension isn't typically available for purely commercial roles unless your degree is in a qualifying field. Most hiring happens at mid-market and enterprise companies with established sponsorship pipelines.
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Commercial Lead Coordinator
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Kent, OH
Work Site: Hybrid
Req ID: 227576
Position Overview
As the oldest and largest tree and landscape care company in the U.S., Davey has a rich heritage of scientific and environmental leadership. This role plays a key part in connecting prospective commercial clients with the right Davey sales teams by qualifying inbound interest, supporting timely follow-up, and helping create a stronger pipeline of sales-ready opportunities.
The Commercial Lead Coordinator is responsible for managing the front-end of the Davey commercial sales funnel. Under a collaborative model, this role balances active lead qualification and triage (70%) with proactive outbound prospecting, dormant account reactivation, and business development support (30%).
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead Qualification & Hub Management (70%)
- Manage and qualify a consistent flow of inbound commercial leads from web forms, marketing campaigns, and other digital channels.
- Conduct systematic outreach to all new leads via phone, email, and LinkedIn to qualify project scope, timeline, budget, and decision-maker authority.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of all lead interactions in MS Dynamics 365 to ensure a seamless, warm handoff to the appropriate sales team.
- Provide operational support on complex RFP’s and bid documents, as needed.
2. Strategic Prospecting & Sales Support (30%)
- Execute targeted outbound prospecting campaigns to engage new prospects and reactivate dormant commercial accounts.
- Partner with sales leaders and the commercial marketing team to conduct outbound campaigns targeting key commercial verticals with intent-based audiences.
- Support sales teams by scheduling qualification meetings and conducting preliminary property research using satellite imagery and public records, as needed.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or related field.
- Experience: 2-5 years of experience in sales coordination, customer success, marketing coordination, or lead generation. Experience in the commercial landscaping, tree care, facility maintenance, or construction industry is a plus, but not required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with modern CRM systems (MS Dynamics 365 preferred), lead-tracking software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams).
- Core Competencies:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable with high-volume outbound phone calls and email sequences.
- High level of self-motivation, organization, and the ability to operate independently in a hybrid/remote team structure.
- Customer-centric mindset with professional resilience and problem-solving capabilities.
Additional Information
We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
- Group health plans*
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
- Life insurance*
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
- Holidays and paid time off*
- Payroll savings plan*
- Charitable matching gift program*
- Employee referral bonus program*
- Employee Educational Scholarship*
- Davey Family Scholarship*
- 20% discount on all Davey services*
- Cell phone discounts*
- Vehicle purchase discount program*
- Plus, so much more!
All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1. Union employees are not eligible for 401k but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by local union.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
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Target companies with active sponsorship history
Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have sponsored commercial roles before. Companies that have filed LCAs for Commercial Lead or Business Development titles are far more likely to sponsor again than those with no record.
Lead with revenue impact in your application
Commercial Lead roles are evaluated on pipeline ownership and deal outcomes. Quantify your results: contracts closed, revenue generated, or growth percentages. Hiring managers sponsoring OPT candidates want proof the hire justifies the legal overhead.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Tell recruiters your OPT end date and whether you qualify for a STEM extension early. This lets employers plan H-1B visa sponsorship around the April lottery window before your authorization expires, avoiding last-minute timeline conflicts.
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Commercial Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Commercial Lead on OPT?
Yes, as long as your Commercial Lead role is directly related to your degree field. OPT requires employment in a position that aligns with your major. If your degree is in business, marketing, economics, or a related field, a Commercial Lead role typically satisfies that requirement. You'll need a valid EAD card before starting work.
Do Commercial Lead jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Not automatically. STEM OPT extension requires your degree to be in a STEM-designated field and your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. A Commercial Lead role itself isn't a STEM occupation, but if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as data science or computer science and you apply it meaningfully in the role, your DSO may approve the extension. Confirm with your international student office before relying on this pathway.
How do I find Commercial Lead employers willing to sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers open to OPT work authorization, which cuts out the time spent applying to roles that will screen you out on visa status alone. Beyond that, OFLC disclosure data shows which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for commercial and business development roles historically, giving you a concrete list of sponsorship-friendly employers to prioritize.
What happens to my Commercial Lead job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your OPT expires and your H-1B hasn't been approved, you lose work authorization and must stop working immediately. The critical buffer is the cap-gap provision: if your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap extends your authorization through September 30. Coordinating your employer's filing timeline with your OPT end date is essential.
Is a Commercial Lead role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. H-1B requires the position to be a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A Commercial Lead tied to a business, finance, or marketing degree can qualify, but vaguely defined roles without a clear degree requirement are at higher risk of USCIS scrutiny. Work with your employer's immigration attorney to craft a job description that meets the specialty occupation standard.