Ignite Sales Development Program – Huntsville, AL – June 2026
Daikin Applied Americas
Designs and manufactures commercial and industrial HVAC systems for efficient, comfortable indoor environments.
12‑month Ignite Sales Development program preparing you for an Account Representative role.
6 days ago ago
$33
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Huntsville, AL
Hybrid
Company Size
4,156 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Project Management
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Commercial Buildings
Multi-family Housing
Data Centers
Institutional Facilities
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Residential
Role
Description
quote estimating
hvac knowledge
sales training
job shadowing
customer interaction
field travel
Learn Daikin Applied’s processes, procedures, technology, and resources to help support your sales office with estimating, preparing quotes, understanding credit terms, contract preparation, and more.
Develop knowledge of Daikin Applied’s line of commercial HVAC equipment, service, and solutions offerings.
Roleplay different parts of the sales cycle to practice working with customers.
Attend and participate in Sandler Sales methodology training.
Partner with your local office team members to job-shadow critical roles.
Build strong relationships with program and Daikin field leaders, mentors, peers, and support staff.
Apply program learnings by building your book of business to prepare you for the full-time sales role.
Attend and participate in in-person trainings, virtual instructor-led trainings (VILT), and self-directed learning modules.
Partner with Ignite peers to complete a capstone project during the course of the program. The capstone will include (but not limited to) responding to a customer issue, following the sales process, and presenting solution(s) to a panel of judges.
Complete all of your learning modules, assignments, and capstone projects in accordance with due dates assigned by the Ignite instructors.
Travel your local district’s territory with key office team members on a regular basis, up to daily.
Travel regularly with the Ignite Sales Development Program peers and program staff to key Daikin sites to learn more about the equipment, technology, service, and solutions offerings approximately six to ten times within the twelve-month program.
Requirements
bachelor's degree
salesforce
microsoft office
technical aptitude
driver's license
problem solving
Strong organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel local territory on a daily basis after program conclusion
Mechanical/technical aptitude/ability
Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
4-year bachelor’s degree in business, communications, engineering or related field. A high school diploma or GED plus HVAC certification and 5 years of HVAC field service experience will be considered in lieu of 4-year bachelor’s degree
Ability to travel regularly during the program and in the local territory while working with a sales mentor
Experience with Salesforce or other sales tracking software (preferred)
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
Benefits
401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage, and voluntary accident coverage
$10,000 sign-on bonus + variable incentive bonuses during program year
Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state, and local law
Company vehicle, laptop, and cell phone provided
Short-term and long-term disability
3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company-paid holidays
Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state, and local law requires a faster accrual
Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1933
Year Established
The company originated in 1933 as McQuay International in Minneapolis.
Acquired 2006
Acquisition Year
Transformed significantly after being acquired by Daikin Industries in 2006.
$30B Revenue
Parent Company Revenue
The global parent company generates nearly $30 billion in annual revenue.
$582M Applied Americas
Division Revenue
Applied Americas division contributes $582 million in revenue.
Now fuels complex projects: water-cooled chillers, air-handlers, modular central plants and rooftop units across North America.
Typical deployments include custom HVAC for data centers, sports venues, campuses and commercial towers.
Specialisms span commercial and industrial sectors, with strong energy and infrastructure focus.
Continues to innovate with compact chillers, heat-pump rooftop systems and intelligent equipment platforms.
Unusual fact: it evolved from war-time radiator and compressor maker, once built bomb-release gear for WWII.
Culture + Values
Prioritizes meeting customer needs and delivering innovative solutions to solve their unique challenges.
Fosters a culture of innovation, encouraging new ideas and breakthrough technologies to advance the HVAC industry.
Strives for excellence in everything they do, ensuring quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, offering products that reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact.
Values teamwork and collaboration across all levels of the organization to drive mutual success.
Maintains high ethical standards and operates with honesty and transparency in all interactions.
Promotes a culture of respect, valuing diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions by this year.
Products are designed to reduce environmental impact by improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions.
Invests in sustainable technologies, such as energy-efficient HVAC solutions, to lower carbon footprints.
Supports net zero goals through transitioning to renewable energy sources and optimizing energy use in products.
Focuses on reducing water consumption and implementing waste reduction initiatives across its operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, where all employees feel valued and respected.
They support gender equality and work to increase the representation of women in leadership positions.
The company has specific diversity goals, aiming to improve hiring practices and increase the diversity of their workforce.
They have initiatives to support professional development and mentorship programs for underrepresented groups in the HVAC industry.