**Now Hiring: Customer Service Representative
WestLift | Eastern North Carolina
Territory: Wilmington, Greenville, New Bern, and surrounding Eastern North Carolina markets
Compensation: Base Salary + Commission
Position Type: Full-Time
Build Relationships. Grow Revenue. Keep Customers Moving.
WestLift is seeking a motivated, customer-focused Customer Service Representative (CSR) to develop and grow customer relationships throughout Eastern North Carolina.
This is a sales-oriented position focused on expanding our service business, building recurring revenue through preventative maintenance programs, identifying repair opportunities, and selling allied material handling products.
The ideal candidate understands that strong customer relationships create long-term business opportunities. You’ll work directly with customers to identify their needs, recommend solutions, and help keep their equipment and operations running efficiently.
You’ll also partner closely with WestLift’s Territory Manager to identify and develop forklift and equipment sales opportunities while taking ownership of service and allied product growth within your territory.
Key Responsibilities
Service Sales & Revenue Growth
• Develop new business and expand existing customer relationships throughout the assigned territory.
• Sell preventative maintenance (PM) programs that help customers reduce unexpected downtime and extend equipment life.
• Identify and develop opportunities for equipment repairs, planned maintenance, and long-term service agreements.
• Follow up on service recommendations, repair quotes, and maintenance needs to convert opportunities into revenue.
• Work with WestLift’s service department to coordinate customer needs and deliver dependable support.
• Build recurring revenue through service contracts and ongoing maintenance relationships.
Allied Products & Material Handling Solutions
Identify, promote, and sell products that complement WestLift’s service and material handling business, including:
• Industrial batteries and battery-related solutions.
• Battery chargers and charging systems.
• Warehouse racking and storage solutions.
• Forklift attachments and related equipment accessories.
• Other allied products that support material handling, warehousing, and industrial operations.
The CSR will be responsible for identifying customer needs, developing opportunities, preparing or coordinating quotes, and following through to close allied product sales.
Equipment Sales Coordination
• Identify potential forklift replacement, expansion, and new equipment opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with the Territory Manager responsible for forklift sales, including Classes I, II, IV, and V.
• Introduce the Territory Manager to qualified prospects and help coordinate the sales process.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and look for opportunities to support the customer’s broader material handling needs.
Territory & Account Development
• Develop a consistent presence throughout Wilmington, Greenville, New Bern, and surrounding Eastern North Carolina markets.
• Prospect for new customers through calls, customer visits, referrals, and relationship-building.
• Maintain regular contact with existing accounts to uncover additional service and product opportunities.
• Build relationships with business owners, fleet managers, maintenance supervisors, warehouse managers, and operations leaders.
• Maintain organized customer records, track sales opportunities, and consistently follow up on open quotes.
• Manage time and territory activities to maximize customer engagement and sales results.
Qualifications
• Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• A sales-driven mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and close business.
• Self-motivation, accountability, and the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills and consistent follow-through.
• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory for customer visits and prospecting.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Previous experience in outside sales, service sales, industrial equipment, material handling, automotive or truck service, or a related industry is preferred.
Industry experience is beneficial, but we are also interested in candidates with strong sales ability, a positive attitude, and the drive to learn our products and services.
Compensation & Growth Opportunity
• Competitive base salary plus commission.
• Earning potential tied to growing service revenue, maintenance agreements, and allied product sales.
• Opportunity to build a strong customer base and develop long-term business relationships.
• Support from WestLift’s service team and Territory Managers.
• The opportunity to make a measurable impact on WestLift’s growth throughout Eastern North Carolina.
Join WestLift
At WestLift, we help customers keep their businesses moving through dependable service, practical solutions, and strong customer relationships.
We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, recognizes opportunities, and understands that every service call, customer visit, and conversation can lead to a long-term partnership.
If you’re motivated by building relationships, growing business, and earning rewards for your results, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join the WestLift team!**
