Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Solar Consultant to help homeowners go solar and save on their electric bills. Our Solar Consultants represent Certasun during consultations with homeowners. This person will move opportunities through the sales pipeline from consultation to contract signing. If you're excited about being on the front lines of a fast-growing industry, and passionate about bringing clean solar energy to the Chicagoland area, this could be an exciting opportunity for you.

This person will be part of a 10-person sales and marketing team, and will also periodically collaborate with our operations team post-sale.

Candidates must be located in the greater Chicago are and be able to commute to our HQ in Buffalo Grove for training and monthly in-person team meetings.

A few things that might make this role different from other solar sales roles:

· Mostly (or entirely) online consultations

· No cold-calling or door-knocking

· Leads are pre-qualified by our in-house solar associates

· Significant support from an in-office sales and operations team

· Partnership from company leadership in helping you win sales

Responsibilities

· Become an expert in residential solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) (training provided)

· Set up and lead solar consultations with prospective customers

· Generate custom solar, storage, and EVSE proposals based on customer needs

· Maintain relationships with customers from consultation all the way through installation

· Generate new business by referral

· Provide Certasun leadership with regular reports on sales efforts

· Participate in weekly sales team meetings (virtual) and monthly in-office days in Buffalo Grove

· Represent Certasun at industry events (optional)

Qualifications

· Outstanding written and verbal communications skills

· Ability to explain complex topics simply and persuasively

· Technologically savvy, experience with CRM software, ideally Salesforce, preferred

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

· Good judgement; committed to professionalism, honesty, and integrity

· Authorized to work in the United States for any employer

· Innate desire to grow and improve; able to take constructive feedback

· Previous experience in sales, and especially solar, is preferred

· Able to commute to the company headquarters in Buffalo Grove monthly, and more during training

Benefits

· Target compensation of $140,000 (based on personal performance); uncapped commissions

· Bonuses for outstanding performance

· Base salary of $32,000

· Full benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) with company matching, etc.

About Certasun

Certasun is the premier residential solar company serving the Chicago and Milwaukee areas. We are committed to an exceptional customer experience and are thrilled to bring affordable, clean solar energy to our communities.

We are 100% locally owned and live in the Chicago and suburban communities we serve. We’re rated #1 on SolarReviews.com in both the Chicago and Milwaukee metro areas, and we have built an outstanding local reputation for quality workmanship, premium equipment, and our consultative sales experience.

To Apply

· Please send cover letter and resume to marni@certasun.com with subject “Solar Consultant”

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