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Management Trainee

Confidential ClientTransportation
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$42,000 - $49,000
Commerce City, Colorado
2 Days Ago

The Management Trainee at Confidential Client is an entry-level role designed to develop skills in managing rental operations within the semi-trailer leasing industry. Trainees receive mentorship and hands-on experience in customer service, fleet and vendor management, invoicing, and business leadership, preparing them for advancement into Operations Manager or Outside Sales roles within 1-3 years. This position offers career growth opportunities, professional development, and requires willingness to relocate for promotions.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring a Management Trainee to learn rental operations, customer-facing sales, and branch leadership. This entry-level role combines hands-on operational work with coaching and formal training to prepare you for promotion into Operations or Sales leadership roles.

  • Serve commercial customers to understand equipment needs and explain rental/leasing options
  • Inspect trailers and equipment using handheld devices; identify damage and document repairs
  • Manage customer accounts, including invoicing, credit, and collections support
  • Verify customer insurance and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
  • Coordinate repairs with vendors and in-house mechanics
  • Use inventory and fleet-management technology to track equipment and perform operational tasks
  • Participate in paid, occasional travel for orientation, cross-training, and performance reviews

Why This Role?

Confidential Client provides a structured development path with mentorship and promotion opportunities. Within 1–3 years trainees typically become eligible for roles such as Rental Operations Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, or Outside Sales Executive. The program includes professional development benefits and exposure to both field operations and B2B sales.


Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, or 4 years equivalent experience in customer-facing rental operations or outside sales
  • 1–2 years customer service experience or 1–2 years sales/business development experience
  • Willingness to relocate to another branch within the nationwide network when promoted
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future
  • Self-starter with strong critical thinking and conscientious work habits
  • Strong customer-service and conflict-resolution skills
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to coach/train other team members

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range: $42,000–$49,000 per year (paid as an hourly rate; overtime eligible)
  • Additional potential compensation: commissions, referral bonuses, relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement opportunity
  • Benefits for eligible full-time employees may include: medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, FSA accounts, 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off: 13 days PTO, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year

Career Path

  • Rapid internal mobility — trainees who demonstrate strong performance are considered for branch Operations Manager and Inside/Outside Sales promotion opportunities
  • Additional B2B sales training and commission-earning roles available for high-performing trainees
  • Continued development and mentorship available after initial promotion to support longer-term leadership growth

Location & Work Authorization

This position is based in Commerce City, CO. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and should not require sponsorship now or in the future. Relocation may be required if promoted to a role in another region.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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