Full-Time

Building Automation Systems Sales Specialist

Building Automation Systems, Building Analytics Platforms

Kelso Industries

Kelso Industries

1,001-5,000 employees

Consolidated HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing services

No salary listed

Salt Lake City, UT, USA + 6 more

More locations: Las Vegas, NV, USA | Boise, ID, USA | Pocatello, ID, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Denver, CO, USA | Portland, OR, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)

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Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years of successful sales experience in Building Automation, HVAC Controls, Mechanical Services, Energy Solutions, or related industries.
  • Proven ability to develop new business and achieve sales objectives.
  • Experience selling consultative, solution-based offerings.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to manage complex sales opportunities involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Preferred experience with Building Automation Platforms, HVAC Systems and Controls, Direct Digital Controls (DDC), Energy Efficiency Technologies, Building Analytics Solutions, Cloud-Based Facility Platforms, Remote Monitoring Systems, Building Operations and Maintenance Practices, Integrated Building Technologies.
Responsibilities
  • Develop New Business Opportunities: Generate and qualify new sales opportunities throughout the assigned market.
  • Develop and execute territory development strategies to support revenue growth.
  • Establish relationships with decision-makers across commercial, healthcare, industrial, education, government, and institutional facilities.
  • Utilize networking, referrals, industry events, and prospecting activities to expand market reach.
  • Deliver Building Technology Solutions: Building Automation Systems (BAS)
  • HVAC Controls and DDC Technologies
  • Energy Management Solutions
  • Remote Monitoring Services
  • Fault Detection & Diagnostics (FDD)
  • Building Analytics Platforms
  • Smart Building Technologies
  • Building Systems Integration
  • Mechanical and Electrical Service Programs
  • Manage the Sales Cycle: Meet with customers to assess operational needs and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Conduct facility walkthroughs and discovery meetings.
  • Develop proposals, project scopes, and value-based recommendations.
  • Present financial benefits, operational improvements, and return-on-investment considerations.
  • Negotiate agreements and facilitate successful project handoffs.
  • Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting utilizing Salesforce CRM.
  • Expand Existing Accounts: Strengthen relationships with current customers and key accounts.
  • Identify opportunities for upgrades, enhancements, and ongoing service agreements.
  • Support long-term account growth strategies.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure customer success and project satisfaction.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, HVAC, or a related field.
  • Technical background within BAS, controls, or mechanical systems.
  • Experience with energy savings or facility optimization initiatives.
  • Established relationships within the regional construction, facilities, or building technology market.
  • Experience selling service agreements or recurring revenue programs.
  • Knowledge of smart building technologies and connected building solutions.
  • Experience with Building Automation Platforms
  • HVAC Systems and Controls
  • Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
  • Energy Efficiency Technologies
  • Building Analytics Solutions
  • Cloud-Based Facility Platforms
  • Remote Monitoring Systems
  • Building Operations and Maintenance Practices
  • Integrated Building Technologies

Kelso Industries is a holding group that brings together market-leading HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing companies serving commercial and residential properties in the western United States. It partners with established brands, providing resources to expand service offerings while preserving each brand’s identity and entrepreneurial spirit. The company acquires and invests in strong HVAC, sheet metal, pipefitting, plumbing, and controls businesses west of the Mississippi to deliver comprehensive services for property owners, builders, and developers. Its model focuses on growing the network through acquisitions, supporting employees’ development, and leveraging a larger organization to ensure customer service excellence. Goal: expand regional service capabilities and reach by integrating high-quality service providers under a common umbrella while maintaining the distinct strengths and cultures of its partner brands.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$50M

Headquarters

Phoenix, Arizona

Founded

2021

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Paceline's $50 million June 2024 investment funds more acquisitions.
  • Kelso added YES and ENETK in February 2025, expanding industrial automation exposure.
  • Kelso's 2026 acquisition program still actively recruits partner companies across the U.S.

What critics are saying

  • Roll-up execution risk rises as Kelso integrates electrical, automation, and HVAC brands.
  • PE dependence is total; without Oxbow, Peterson, and Paceline, acquisition growth stalls in 2026.
  • Construction slowdown or customer capex cuts hit western branch revenues quickly.

What makes Kelso Industries unique

  • Kelso's MEP+ model bundles HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and controls.
  • Kelso keeps local brands like Wallace Electric and Advanced Arizona after acquisition.
  • Kelso targets western U.S. technical-service businesses with strong employee culture.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Hybrid Work Options

Training Programs

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

23%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

25%
ForexTV
Feb 3rd, 2025
Kelso Industries Acquires YES and ENETK

Woodbridge International announced the sale of its clients, YES LLC, an electrical contractor, and ENETK LLC, an automation company, to Kelso Industries. Both companies are based in North Dakota and serve industries like oil, natural gas, and refining. Kelso Industries, located in Phoenix, Arizona, specializes in MEP+ solutions. Woodbridge International is known for its innovative global marketing approach in the mergers and acquisitions sector.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 18th, 2024
Anchor Peabody Represents Wallace Electric in its Partnership with Kelso Industries

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., March 18, 2024-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Anchor Peabody is pleased to announce that it has represented Wallace Electric Co. ("Wallace Electric"), a leading commercial electrical contractor, in its new partnership with Kelso Industries, a collection of market-leading companies providing commercial HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, industrial and plumbing services.

Business Wire
Nov 28th, 2023
Affiliate of Paceline Equity Partners Provides $50 Million Investment to Kelso Industries

An affiliate of Paceline Equity Partners, LLC (“Paceline”), a Dallas-based private equity manager, today announced that it has provided a $50 million

The Business Journals
Nov 27th, 2023
Phoenix-based Kelso Industries gets $50M investment from Paceline Equity Partners

Phoenix-based Kelso Industries gets $50M investment from Paceline Equity Partners.