VISION
To be an unstoppable force, rethinking conventional forms of energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, being kinder to the environment, and helping anyone and everyone do the same.
MISSION
To give everyone access to clean, renewable energy solutions – enabling consumers to make informed decisions about their energy usage, the environment, and how to better their lives.
COMPANY SUMMARY
SunShare started a movement in 2011 with a simple idea: to give anyone with an electricity bill access to solar energy. A decade later, we’ve created something even bigger a new way for utilities and consumers to move from centralized power generation to distributed energy, tap the power of the private sector, and tackle climate change in a cost-effective manner.
SunShare is America’s oldest and most experienced community solar company. We believe making clean energy choices for businesses, institutions, homeowners and renters should be easy and affordable, and that anyone with an electric bill should have the option to enjoy clean, solar energy. SunShare is a dynamic, fast-paced and highly driven company, having developed more than 116 MWs of solar projects for both large and small utilities. Our unique focus is developing and operating community-based solar projects. Headquartered in Denver, CO, we are committed to hiring and developing the best talent from around the world.
MISSION OF ROLE
We are currently seeking a full- or part-time English/Spanish bilingual Community Solar Consultant to add to our team. This role will operate as an independent contractor, with the ability to set your own hours and earning potential. As a Solar Consultant, your responsibility will be to nurture and enroll prospects, through educating residents on the benefits of community solar, thereby enabling consumers to make informed decisions about their energy usage, the environment, and how community solar can benefit them. To support SunShare’s growth into the New Mexico market and beyond, the Consultant will be conducting sales and presentations fluently in both Spanish and English. This role will be integral to building and maintaining SunShare’s position in the community solar market, and making the world a cleaner, brighter place!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
•Effectively master and articulate SunShare’s value proposition and how community solar works
•Accurately manage sales of multiple products, compartmentalizing programmatic differences and presenting each customer with the right offering for their unique situation
•Lead prospects through the enrollment process with a friendly and welcoming manner, focusing on a positive customer experience
•Strategize and plan ahead how best to achieve sales objectives set by management
•Manage leads within Salesforce to drive sales to close, adhering to company processes and best practices for data management
•Maintain professional and friendly relationships with all customers with a focus on transparent and honest communication. No shady sales tactics!
•Prepare and deliver professional presentations, sales calls, sales blitzes, promotions, and community events in both English and Spanish, sometimes requiring work outside standard business hours
•Remain informed of company activities and updates by attending and actively participating in weekly sales meetings and 1:1s with management
•Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
•Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
•Strictly adhere to all regulatory and consumer protection compliance including delivering disclosures to prospects
•Actively seeks opportunities to reach potential customers and close sales
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE
•Fluency in both English and Spanish language
•Located in CO, MN, or NM highly prioritized, but not required
•2+ years in a B2C sales role – experienced in dealing directly with consumers
•Experience working in telesales, with the ability to communicate effectively through various mediums such as email, text, video, and phone calls
•Experience working with a CRM platform such as Salesforce
•Must be able to self-motivate in a fast-paced and unstructured environment
•High level of organization and follow-through
•Tenacity and a positive mental attitude
•Independent thinker and problem solver with excellent communication skills
•Professional, friendly, curious, energetic team player
•Willingness and desire to receive feedback
•A drive and passion for spreading renewable energy to the masses
•Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle
•Must have a personal laptop or computer with access to internet service
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Please note that the compensation provided is a good faith estimate for this position and is provided pursuant to acts, such as The Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. It assumes that the candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation listed. Actual compensation may vary based on location and experience.
PAY STRUCTURE
•Uncapped earnings: Commission-based role. Possibility to exceed $100,000 per year if working full time and effective at closing sales
•Commission structure: Paid on a tiered per-sale basis based on bi-weekly volume with the opportunity for bonuses related to certain categories of sales, including Spanish Language sales, Close-on-the-Spot sales, and sales made at events
•Commission paid bi-weekly
WORK SCHEDULE AND STRUCTURE
•1099 Independent Contractor