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Development Coordinator

Portland, OR · On-site

$46.10K - $62K/yr

The Development Coordinator (DC) at Breakthrough T1D is integral in the day-to-day execution of ... Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and ...

Development Coordinator

Vancouver, WA

$45.50K - $61.20K/yr

The Development Coordinator (DC) at Breakthrough T1D is integral in the day-to-day execution of ... Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and ...

Development Coordinator

Portland, OR · On-site

$46.10K - $62K/yr

The Development Coordinator (DC) at Breakthrough T1D is integral in the day-to-day execution of ... Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and ...

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How much do development rep jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for development rep in Portland, OR is $62,012.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,300.00 and $73,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Development Representative, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Development Representative, you need strong communication and research skills, a grasp of sales fundamentals, and often a bachelor’s degree in business or related fields. Familiarity with CRM platforms like Salesforce, sales engagement tools, and lead generation software is typically required. Persistence, active listening, and resilience are standout soft skills for building relationships and handling rejection. These abilities are crucial for effectively identifying prospects, initiating conversations, and driving new business opportunities.

What are some common challenges faced by Development Reps when qualifying leads, and how can they overcome them?

Development Reps often face challenges such as reaching the right decision-makers, overcoming objections, and distinguishing quality leads from uninterested prospects. To overcome these, it’s important to conduct thorough research before outreach, utilize effective questioning techniques, and actively listen to each prospect’s needs. Leveraging CRM tools to track interactions and collaborating closely with the sales and marketing teams also helps ensure more accurate lead qualification and smoother handoffs. Continuous learning and adapting to feedback can greatly improve success in this role.

What are Development Reps?

Development Representatives, often called Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) or Business Development Representatives (BDRs), are professionals who focus on generating and qualifying leads for a company’s sales team. Their main responsibility is to reach out to potential clients, engage them, and determine their interest and fit for the company's products or services. Development Reps are crucial in the early stages of the sales process, helping to build a pipeline of potential customers and passing qualified prospects to sales executives for further engagement.
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Infographic showing various Development Rep job openings in Portland, OR as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% Internship, 53% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 17% Temporary, 8% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,012 per year, or $29.8 per hour.
HVAC Service Sales Development Representative

HVAC Service Sales Development Representative

Johnson Controls

Milwaukie, OR • On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Johnson Controls rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 386 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

131st of 512 rated manufacturers


Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard - your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and bonus plan
  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
  • Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities With outstanding resources
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
  • Check us Out: A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls: https://youtu.be/pdZMNrDJviY

What you will do


The Service Representative is critical to the overall growth and profitability of the HVAC Service business! The chosen candidate will be responsible for initiating, establishing and building profitable service relationships between new customers and JCI. Focus on selling renewable maintenance agreements as the key building block for establishing these relationships. The salesperson will work within an assigned geographic territory, working as part of a local branch office and teaming with sales and operations professionals within the branch. Uses sales tools to plan and document sales progress as well as increase business opportunity in current accounts. Expected to obtain and close business on a monthly basis.


How you will do it

  • Follows a disciplined and professional process to identify, target and qualify prospective new customers; takes advantage of market conditions and networks effectively to uncover new leads and contacts.
  • Contacts prospective customers and schedules appointments. Builds a referral network to identify new customers.
  • Conducts sales calls designed to identify key sources of problems and/or dissatisfaction confronting Facility Directors in operating and maintaining heating/cooling, ventilation and control system equipment.
  • Develops a sense of urgency to resolve needs and positions Johnson Controls as the supplier of choice. Proposes solutions to prospective customers needs through creative and innovative application of local branch service capabilities with a focus on selling renewable maintenance agreements with an emphasis on digital service offerings, sustainability, and decarburization. Understands the customer's business and speaks their language.
  • Reviews and finalizes proposals with prospects and secures their commitment to the Johnson Controls solution.
  • Conducts customer kick-off meetings, resolves customer issues, creates pull-through opportunities, maintains service agreements, extends service agreements and supports the collections process.
  • Keeps management informed of progress and account status using the Johnson Controls Salesforce.com tool and other means. Knows when to call for assistance from management to keep the sales process moving.
  • Develops and implements territory marketing plans consistent with the Johnson Controls Building Solutions business strategy. Attends and presents at trade shows. Participates in professional organizations.
  • Represents Johnson Controls professionally by conducting business according to the highest standards of quality, pride, integrity, and performance.

What we look for
Required:

  • 2-3 previous progressive sales roles

Preferred:

  • Aptitude for technical knowledge with high level of attention to detail
  • Enviable presentation skills complete with the ability to captivate in both individual and group communications.
  • Selling of "service" and intangibles
  • Exposure to sales methodologies, standards, and disciplines.
  • Bonus Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Building HVAC Systems
  • Knowledge and experience in SalesForce.com
  • Post-secondary education

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $55,000-$70,000 annual base salary + Commissions (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This role also offers a competitive Sales Incentive Plan that will take into account project, quarterly, and annual margin. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.


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About Johnson Controls

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Johnson Controls is a world leader in smart buildings, creating safe, healthy and sustainable spaces. For nearly 140 years, we’ve made buildings better and now we’re transforming them again with our award-winning digital technologies and services. We’re using artificial intelligence and data driven solutions to give you deeper insight into your building’s health, sustainability and performance. It’s changing the way we design, operate and maintain indoor environments and driving to a new era of autonomous buildings. We deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, hotels, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive suite of connected solutions. Johnson Controls offers the world’s largest portfolio of building technology, software and services. Supported by a team of more than 100,000 dedicated employees working across 150 countries, we’re helping customers achieve their sustainability goals and power their mission.

Industry

Machinery manufacturing, water transportation, public safety statistics centers and offices and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Milwaukee, WI, US