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Rental Representative jobs are open across automotive, property management, equipment, and consumer goods industries, from entry-level to senior and account management roles, with specializations in fleet, residential leasing, and equipment rental. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Contributes to a positive work environment and promotes the values/mission of James River Equipment and its rental division
- Promotes JRE Rents equipment options to customers in assigned territory, builds lasting relationships and focuses on long term growth
- Responsible for rental sales lead generation through closing the rental deal
- Able to demonstrate products, explain features, and resolve customer issues
- Maintains an accurate customer and machine population database
- Monitors market conditions, competitor offerings and pricing
- Experience within equipment rental industry required, with product line training a plus
- Knowledge of local rental market is highly preferred
- Excellent communication skills, time management, and organizational skills required, with bilingual communication skills preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and rental software required
- Ability to travel territory requires valid driver’s license and motor vehicle record
About the Benefits
Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience) plus commission, the successful candidate will receive:
- Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
- Health savings account options
- Flexible spending account options
- Disability and life insurance
- 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee recognition rewards program
- Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
- Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
- Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs
Upon joining James River Equipment, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do!
For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com
- Contributes to a positive work environment and promotes the values/mission of James River Equipment and its rental division
- Promotes JRE Rents equipment options to customers in assigned territory, builds lasting relationships and focuses on long term growth
- Responsible for rental sales lead generation through closing the rental deal
- Able to demonstrate products, explain features, and resolve customer issues
- Maintains an accurate customer and machine population database
- Monitors market conditions, competitor offerings and pricing
- Experience within equipment rental industry required, with product line training a plus
- Knowledge of local rental market is highly preferred
- Excellent communication skills, time management, and organizational skills required, with bilingual communication skills preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and rental software required
- Ability to travel territory requires valid driver’s license and motor vehicle record
About the Benefits
Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience) plus commission, the successful candidate will receive:
- Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
- Health savings account options
- Flexible spending account options
- Disability and life insurance
- 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee recognition rewards program
- Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
- Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
- Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs
Upon joining James River Equipment, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do!
For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com
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Who's Hiring
- Ryder System11
- Penske Truck Leasing8
- Yancey Bros5
- Cogent3
- ASCO Equipment3
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Mining & Natural Resources
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in rental representative jobs.
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- One or more years of customer-facing sales or service experience
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Proficiency with rental management or reservation software
- Strong ability to upsell products, upgrades, and protection plans
- Availability to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
Tips for Your Rental Representative Job Search
Tailor your resume to rental metrics
Rental employers want to see utilization rates, renewal percentages, and revenue figures on your resume, not just duties. Pull actual numbers from your previous roles, even rough ones, to show you understand how rental performance is measured.
Highlight customer retention and upsell experience
Many rental representative roles are evaluated on contract renewals and add-on sales, not just new customer acquisition. Call out any experience extending agreements, upgrading clients to larger units, or reducing early returns on your resume and in cover letters.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists rental representative openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by fleet or property type
Automotive fleet rental, residential leasing, and heavy equipment rental each require different product knowledge. When searching for openings, narrow by the asset type you know best so your existing experience translates directly and you can speak to it in interviews.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Rental interviews commonly test how you handle a customer demanding a vehicle class that is unavailable, or a tenant who wants to break a lease early. Practice specific answers that show you can protect company policy while keeping the customer relationship intact.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Rental representative roles frequently include commissions tied to utilization or renewals, plus vehicle allowances or mileage reimbursements. Before accepting an offer, ask how the commission structure is calculated and whether uncapped earning potential applies to your specific territory.
Rental Representative Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most rental representatives?
The companies hiring the most rental representatives right now include Ryder System, Penske Truck Leasing, and Yancey Bros, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Georgia, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase in spring and summer when vehicle and equipment demand peaks.
How many rental representative jobs are remote?
About 38% of rental representative openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most positions require in-person vehicle or property inspections and direct customer handoffs. Inside sales coordination and account management roles within larger rental companies are the sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote arrangements.
How do you become a rental representative?
Start by gaining customer service or retail sales experience, since employers prioritize candidates who can handle objections and close quickly under time pressure. Earning familiarity with reservation or fleet management software strengthens your application. Many candidates enter through part-time counter roles and move into full rental representative positions within a year by demonstrating strong upsell numbers and customer satisfaction scores.
Can you get hired as a rental representative with little experience?
Yes, many rental companies hire entry-level candidates who demonstrate strong customer service instincts and a willingness to learn their specific inventory. Emphasize any experience handling high-volume customer interactions, processing payments, or resolving complaints in past retail or hospitality roles. Showing familiarity with the type of asset being rented, whether vehicles, equipment, or residential units, also helps you stand out without a long rental-specific history.
What does the rental representative interview process look like?
Most rental representative interviews involve a phone screen followed by one or two in-person rounds. Expect situational questions about handling dissatisfied customers, managing inventory shortages, and upselling under pressure. Some employers include a brief role-play exercise simulating a counter transaction or lease walkthrough. Final-round interviews at larger companies may involve a branch manager or regional director reviewing your sales approach and schedule flexibility.
Where can I find and apply to rental representative jobs?
You can find and apply to rental representative jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and preferred asset type, whether automotive, property, or equipment, and apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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