Now Hiring - SunPower by Legacy Solar of Illinois - Professional Services Energy Consultant (Sales)--Springfield, IL Area in Springfield, IL

Full description of the position

Energy Consultant

DON’T LET THE WORD SOLAR SCARE YOU. WE WILL PROVIDE SOLAR SYSTEM TRAINING. WE ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO:

*LIKE HELPING OTHERS

*HAVE EXCELLENT LISTENING SKILLS

*POSSESS A STRONG WORK ETHIC AND DRIVE

*MAKE EXCELLENCE A PRIORITY

*ARE QUICK LEARNERS, ESPECIALLY WITH REGARD TO NEW TECHNOLOGY AND TOOLS

We have hired former teachers, shoe salesmen, and missionaries for this position and all have been successful!

A Solar Energy Consultant helps homeowners and businesses analyze their energy needs, with the goal of reducing their electricity costs and carbon footprint. Emphasis is placed on listening to your customer and creating a buildable design that meets their needs. Based on your findings, you'll offer solutions on how to reduce utility costs by taking advantage of government incentives in the area of solar and batteries.

TRAINING AND ON-BOARDING

Sunpower by Legacy Solar has a 6 week training and mentorship program which includes the following:

• Understanding how a solar system works and how they are installed
• The Sandler Sales Method
• Designing solar systems based on customer goals and site data
• How to use Legacy Solar tools to create proposals
• Explaining incentives and financing
• Generating closing documents for customers
• Working with the sales manager and a mentor for guidance
• $9000 Training Stipend (spread out over a minimum of 6 weeks)

WEEKLY EXPECTATIONS

• Generate a minimum of 8 leads by door knocking, attending events, networking, etc
• Make at least 1 contact with all new leads you have not had an appointment with
• Design 4 new solar systems
• Meet with 4 new customers to present project proposals and explain costs and incentives
• Make at least 1 follow up contact with all leads that you have had an appointment with
• Creating closing documents for 1 new customer
• Attend meetings with the sales manager and the sales team

As an energy consultant, we want you to be invested in promoting our company as one with high standards for products, services, and customer care. Our success is based on your success, meaning that we are 100% committed to helping you achieve your goals and build a career in the solar industry!

Minimum Requirements:

• HS Diploma or GED
• 1 yr minimum experience in a Service &/or Sales industry
• Excellent Customer Service & Engagement Skills (phone, email crafting)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite (Docs/Sheets)
• Proficient in use of laptop, iPad, and smartphone
• Excellent math skills (preferably Algebra)
• Possesses a high drive for success & is a quick learner
• Willingness to travel
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Flexibility with customer’s schedules
• Willingness to self-generate leads
• Reside in Champaign-Urbana (or willing to drive to or relocate there)

Compensation & Benefits

• Commission and Bonus structure to be discussed during interview process, but Energy Consultants can easily be making 6 figures in their first year
• Company Cell Phone or Stipend for personal Cell Phone
• Company Credit Card (for travel expenses)
• Company Vehicle (once you close an average of 6 sales for 3 months straight or you reach 1 year)
• After 90 days of employment --> Health Insurance for individual and family: 80% paid in year 1, 90% paid in year 2, and 100% paid thereafter
• Company paid Term Life Insurance
• Optional Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance; paid fully by employee

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Work directly with customers and accommodate their requests

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Springfield, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to meet with customers on nights and weekends?
• Explain your familiarity with the Sandler Sales Method model.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
• Solar Industry: 1 year (Preferred)
• Sales: 1 year (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: One location