Career Opportunities

If you are a self-motivated and outgoing Inside Sales Representative who is great at building customer relationships and desires to work with a company that puts the customer first, join our team at The Solar Company! We are a rapidly-growing company with a team-spirited environment. We are seeking a high-energy Inside Sales Representatives to serve customers and work with our outside sales staff, providing product information and sales assistance via interaction by phone and/or email. We intend to double our annual revenue in 2013 and this is an excellent opportunity to join our company and share in our success.

Applicant should be a self-starter, motivated, a fast learner, a team player, and have good verbal and written communication skills in a sales situation. Knowledge of computers, Windows, Microsoft Suite, Internet Explorer, and Outlook is a must: Excel and CAD a plus. Knowledge of solar or other renewable technologies is preferred but not required.

We offer on-going training for product knowledge which is a key element to provide excellent customer assistance and for closing sales. Home office candidates must have high-speed internet and reliable computer w/headset and camera.

Requirements:

• Education: Minimum 2+ years college education
• Experience: Minimum two years in sales
• Remote office setting must be free from noise and distractions
• Availability to work daily shifts between 9AM and 9PM PST
• Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Suite, Internet Explorer, Outlook
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Work together as a team to grow as a company and help each team member
• Two or more years of experience in telemarketing or inside/outside sales
• Outgoing personality and the ability to relate well with others
• Must be able to multitask and have strong organizational skills
• Ability to create sales proposals and presentations

Responsibilities

Primary Function: Provide assistance to customers in making informed purchase decisions and assisting outside sales reps.

• Complete and maintain our in house CRM.
• Maintain video/chat connection with the Director of Sales throughout daily shift
• Develop and provide a professional, friendly communication style with customers and company staff
• Set and review goals weekly
• Answer incoming customer inquiries via phone and email. Provide accurate information to customers, providing requested information and alternative solutions as available
• Obtain complete and accurate customer contact information and other details as necessary. Enter all information in Prospect database.
• Perform a follow up contact by email and/or phone
• Perform other sales functions including: outbound sales campaigns via phone, email, or mail as directed

Benefits

• Major medical, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
• Discounted employee purchase program
• Payroll direct deposit
• Vacation and personal days

Our company has been built by hard-working individuals who aren’t afraid to put their all into attaining their goals. We are proud of our employees’ performance and are interested in helping them continue progressing.

Please only apply if you meet the criteria above.

It’s going to take work – good things usually do! Door to door canvassing takes a special type of person to be successful.

We need people who are:

• Clean and presentable
• Professional, punctual
• Able to walk for long periods of time
• Upbeat and confident, even in the face of rejection
• Trainable – yes, we’ll train you!
• Organized with time and materials

Earn hourly plus commission.

If you think you’ve got the positive attitude and gumption to be a solar success, please send us your resume today!

If you are a self-motivated and outgoing Outside Sales Representative who is great at building customer relationships and desires to work with a company that puts the customer first, join our Sales team at The Solar Company! We are seeking confident, motivated and friendly Outside Sales Representatives to develop new business, grow new business accounts and territory and meet our sales goals. Your role with The Solar Company is a key “hunter” sales position that drives our revenue and grows our market share. We intend to double our annual revenue in 2013 and this is an excellent opportunity to join our company and share in our success.

Responsibilities

As an Outside Sales Representative with The Solar Company, you will consistently identify new sources of business, maintain high productivity and sales standards, and achieve sales quotas.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Cold-calling, door-knocking, trade shows, developing B2B partnerships
• Running solar analysis with potential clients to analyze their needs and present the appropriate solutions
• Negotiating sales contracts and asking for the business
• Overseeing your customers complete process through installations
• Building solar proposals
• Following up with customers and updating our in-house CRM

Requirements

As an Outside Sales Representative with The Solar Company, you must possess exceptional communication, negotiation and time management skills and be able to follow our specific and successful sales process. Our ideal Outside Sales Representative can establish rapport with people from all walks of life; wear different hats based on each client’s needs and is open to coaching and advice.

Additional requirements include:

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years outside B2B sales experience with a track record of success
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, CRM and handheld devices (iPhone, etc.)
• Ability to develop sales strategies
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test
• Bilingual skills preferred

Benefits

At The Solar Company, we understand that our sales team works hard, so we offer an uncapped commission-only position, various sales bonuses, and an annual all-expenses paid trip for the top performers!

As a family founded company, we understand the need for a successful work-life balance and offer a generous benefits package so you can have the quality of life you deserve. We also understand the importance of training and development, so we provide training and a quota ramp-up program to set you up for success. We greatly prefer to promote from within and offer significant opportunities for personal and professional growth. An ambitious Outside Sales Representative can go far!  We are loyal to our employees and if you can add value to our company through work performance and a great attitude, we will find a niche for you at The Solar Company!

Additional benefits include:

• Major medical, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
• Company vehicle (based on performance)
• Sales Rep of the Month recognition program
• Discounted employee purchase program
• Payroll direct deposit

Our company has been built by hard-working individuals who aren’t afraid to put their all into attaining their goals. We are proud of our employees’ performance and are interested in helping them continue progressing.

Please only apply if you meet the criteria above.

The Solar Company is a rapidly-growing company with a team-spirited environment. We intend to double our annual revenue in 2013 and this is an excellent opportunity to join our company and share in our success.

This is a full-time position located at our corporate office in Castro Valley, CA. It’s ok if you don’t have a background in renewable energy – we will provide all solar training for the right individuals.

Responsibilities

• Outbound Calling (Occasional Cold Calling)
• Fielding Inbound Calls
• Up-sell The Solar Company and our solar products
• Set appointments for Solar Consultants to present solar solution
• Following up with customers and updating our in-house CRM

Requirements

• Telemarketing/Call Center experience
• Must have basic Windows computer knowledge, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Internet Explorer
• Must be able to type at least 60 wpm, dictation experience a plus
• Exceptional customer service
• High level of organization
• Professional manner and appearance
• Must be positive and enthusiastic
• Excel in a team environment

Benefits:

• Major medical, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
• Payroll direct deposit
• Vacation and personal days

We are loyal to our employees and if you can add value to our company through work performance and a great attitude, we will find a niche for you at The Solar Company!

Please send us your resumes (directions at top of page) if you would like to be considered for this position.

We are currently seeking a Solar Lead Installer to lead a 3 or 4 -person team of residential installers.

Responsibilities

• Complete projects in a timely manner while maintaining our high-quality standards
• Keep installation crew on task
• Maintain contact with Operations during projects
• Turn all completed paperwork related to project in to Operations
• Communicate project status with customers during their installation
• Schedule and pass inspections, making adjustments as needed

Requirements

• 3 – 4 yrs minimum experience installing photovoltaic solar
• Knowledge of safety standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Courteous and professional manner with customers
• Have a neat & professional appearance
• Must be hardworking and motivated

Benefits

• Major medical, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
• Payroll direct deposit
• Vacation and personal days

Company-branded shirts/sweaters/hats provided to employees and must be worn during work shifts, on the job site and off. The only thing we ask you to provide is your own tool belt and basic tools. Transportation in company vehicle to and from job sites is provided.

Please send us your resumes (directions at top of page) if you would like to be considered for this position.

We are currently seeking apprentice Solar Installers for the following area: Sacramento

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• Courteous and professional manner with customers
• Have a neat & professional appearance
• Have a willingness to learn & become a master at the trade
• Must be hardworking and motivated
• Must be comfortable with heights and using tools
• Must be safety conscious
• Ability to lift and move around solar equipment (30+ lbs.)

Benefits

• Major medical, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
• Payroll direct deposit
• Vacation and personal days

All necessary training is provided for the right individuals. Company-branded apparel is provided to employees and must be worn during work shifts, on the job site and off. The only thing we ask you to provide is your own tool belt and basic tools. Transportation in company vehicle to and from job sites is provided.

Please send us your resumes (directions at top of page) if you would like to be considered for this position.