Freedom Solar, the leader in Residential Solar in Texas, is hiring canvassers to engage homeowners and set appointments for our salespeople to present a full proposal. We are canvassing in and around the Austin area and the proposal will include a free, detailed estimate on the savings of going solar.

Job Role:

• Understand and effectively communicate the basic science and economics of solar PV systems
• Educate homeowners on the benefits of solar
• Pre-qualify and schedule interested homeowners for follow-up meetings
• Keep accurate records of interactions

The position requires passionate, enthusiastic, confident people who conduct themselves with integrity. A positive attitude, willingness to take and give constructive criticism, and strong communication skills are the makings of an ideal team member. Experience in sustainability or canvassing are welcome but not required.

Hourly pay set at $13 an hour plus uncapped bonuses. Average canvassers make around $20 hourly working 27-29 hours a week, or $3,000 a month working part-time!

There are opportunities to work in and around where you live in the Central Texas Area!

This is a great position for a student looking for a part-time job, or someone interested in solar and looking to get into the industry. If you are passionate about renewable energy, have great communication skills, and work well in a team, the sky is the limit with Freedom Solar!

You must have:

• Reliable Transportation (to get to the office)
• Clean background
• Enjoy talking to people
• Self-motivated with high energy
• Proven history of getting the job done

Job Type: Part-time

The Solar Sales Coordinator (SSC) is responsible for contacting, qualifying and scheduling interested consumers for appointments with Energy Consultants (EC), who will create a customized solar proposal to review with the homeowner at the scheduled appointment (online or at the home).

In this role, you will develop sales skills through repetition and world-class coaching. You will become familiar with most aspects of the solar industry and have an opportunity to make a huge impact on the state of Texas through saving homeowners money while improving the environment. There are opportunities for promotion within the inside sales team as well as opportunities to expand into outside sales setting by running in-person consultations, staffing events, and managing retail locations as an Energy Consultant or Energy Advisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Contact, qualify, and schedule appointments with homeowners who have expressed interest in solar.
• Obtains client information by answering telephone calls; interviewing clients; verifying information.
• Determines eligibility by comparing client information to requirements.
• Deliver messages through simple scripts with your own added personality. Have the coachability to receive and implement technical sales and solar coaching.
• Achieve specific calling and conversion goals.
• Provide a pleasant buying experience for customers while assertively pursuing every opportunity.

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide creative ideas to improve performance and morale
• Assist with other areas of the business as needed (retail, sales, marketing, events)
• Generate new leads for the sales team. Ex: through referral calling campaigns, sponsorship events, or personal networking

Skills and Qualifications

• Verbal Communication, Phone Skills, Listening, Data Entry Skills, People Skills, Informing, Customer Focus, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Professionalism, Multi-tasking.
• Ability to work hard, be coachable, and accomplish set goals.
• Maturity to work well independently and as part of a team.
• An excellent work/education record and are eligible for rehire with previous employers.
• Experience in solar or phone sales is a plus.
• Passion for or to learn about renewable energy and solar.

Compensation

Guaranteed base pay plus bonuses. An increase in pay plus a full benefits package will become available upon successfully completing 90 days.

The Residential Energy Consultant is responsible for educating, qualifying, and advising future customers on the benefits of smart energy conservation and consumption practices. Our relationships with the industry’s largest Manufacturers can be leveraged to target multiple customer profiles. You will have unlimited earning potential and your overall compensation will be 100% Commission based. Average first year earnings of $75,000-$120,000 - thru uncapped commission and bonus structure.

Responsibilities

• Consult with prospective customers on solar energy solutions for their home
• Achieve sales goals including quotas, lead response timeliness, meeting conversions, etc.
• Participate in on-the- job training, classroom instruction, self-study, licensing (if applicable), and lead qualifying activities
• Qualify prospective customers using established and creative lead method to build your book of business
• Build and maintain strong relationships with your sphere of influence and the community
• Work with our Affiliate Partners and Vendors to ensure flawless execution of lead response, lead nurturing, etc.
• Weekly reporting
• Participation in events selected for outreach to prospective solar customers

Qualifications:

• Good attitude & team player
• Experience in sales or client service environment preferred
• Results oriented with demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with prospective and existing customers
• Ability to work semi-autonomously in a fast paced environment
• Analytical skills to understand complex financial returns for energy investments
• Self-motivated, energetic personality with exceptional sales skills as well as willingness to initiate and implement process improvements

Required steps:

You are required to submit a resume and cover letter as part of the application process for this position. If your profile is deemed a good fit for the role, you will be contacted to schedule a telephone interview. Upon completing the phone interview you may be invited for an in-person interview to complete the application process.

Benefits:

• We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and an exciting fast paced culture. For this reason we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:
• Uncapped Earning Potential
• Access to dedicated company vehicles for sales calls
• Participation in the Freedom Solar Fitness Team
• Generous employee discount program for solar

Join a Commercial system installation crew responsible for installing systems from 10kW – 1MW+.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Valid Apprentice Electrician license
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid OSHA 10 (30 is preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• Knowledge of commercial PV design and components
• Knowledge of basic trades: roofing, carpentry, plumbing, and metal framing
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions
• Ability to make field changes and communicate with Project Manager
• Ability to test voltages from 10V – 1000VDC / 120V – 480VAC
• Ability to manage up to 10 installers on one project
• Ability to receive and distribute instructions
• Ability to communicate problems to Project Manager
• Ability to Travel up to 50% in a year
• Ability to drive a truck and trailer safely
• Ability to fly a DJI Phantom drone safely

Experience:

• Commercial solar installation experience recommended
• Electrical experience recommended

Scope of Work:

• Clearly communicate start times with the crew.
• Attend safety meetings daily, before any work is performed on site.
• Install racking system per manufacturer’s specifications and Freedom Solar plans on different roof types.
• Install DC and AC equipment per plans and local codes
• Commission PV systems safely
• Test system components while the system is operational. Report all findings/issues to the Project Manager
• Assist in system designs and procurement for residential systems
• Work with city and utility officials to constantly improve design and install methods

Job Type: Full-time

Join a Residential system installation crew responsible for installing systems from 1kW – 30kW.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Valid Apprentice Electrician license
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid OSHA 10 (30 is preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• Knowledge of residential PV design and components
• Knowledge of basic trades: roofing, carpentry, plumbing, and metal framing
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions
• Ability to make field changes and communicate with Project Manager
• Ability to test voltages from 10V – 1000VDC / 120V – 480VAC
• Ability to manage up to 10 installers on one project
• Ability to receive and distribute instructions
• Ability to communicate problems to Project Manager
• Ability to Travel up to 50% in a year
• Ability to drive a truck and trailer safely
• Ability to fly a DJI Phantom drone safely

Experience:

• Residential solar installation experience recommended
• Electrical experience recommended

Scope of Work:

• Clearly communicate start times with the crew.
• Attend safety meetings daily, before any work is performed on site.
• Install racking system per manufacturer’s specifications and Freedom Solar plans on different roof types.
• Install DC and AC equipment per plans and local codes
• Commission PV systems safely
• Test system components while the system is operational. Report all findings/issues to the Project Manager
• Assist in system designs and procurement for residential systems
• Work with city and utility officials to constantly improve design and install methods

Job Type: Full-time

Lead a Commercial system installation crew responsible for installing systems from 10kW – 1MW+.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Valid Apprentice Electrician license
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid OSHA 10 (30 is preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• Knowledge of commercial PV design and components
• Knowledge of basic trades: roofing, carpentry, plumbing, and metal framing
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics, and electrical instructions
• Ability to make field changes and communicate with Project Manager
• Ability to test voltages from 10V – 1000VDC / 120V – 480VAC
• Ability to manage up to 10 installers on one project
• Ability to receive and distribute instructions
• Ability to communicate problems to Project Manager
• Ability to Travel up to 50% in a year
• Ability to drive a truck and trailer safely
• Ability to fly a DJI Phantom drone safely

Experience:

• Commercial solar installation experience
• Installation team leadership experience
• Electrical experience recommended

Scope of Work:

• Clearly communicate start times with the crew.
• Attend safety meetings daily, before any work is performed on site.
• Install racking system per manufacturer’s specifications and Freedom Solar plans on different roof types.
• Install DC and AC equipment per plans and local codes
• Commission PV systems safely
• Test system components while the system is operational. Report all findings/issues to the Project Manager
• Assist in system designs and procurement for residential systems
• Work with city and utility officials to constantly improve design and install methods

Job Type: Full-time

Install, maintain, and repair services and solar equipment on residential solar projects while helping to create a safe job site.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Valid Residential Wireman or Journeyman Electrician license
• Valid driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of local electrical codes
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and service requirements
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and basic one-line diagrams
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to operate power tools
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems with electrical circuits
• Ability to bend ½” – 1 ¼” EMT
• Ability to install EMT on a rooftop

Experience:

4 years of electrical experience

2 years of solar experience (preferred - not a requirement)

Scope of Work:

• Install electrical equipment, complete DC conduit runs, and interconnecting the PV system to the existing service.
• Upgrade customer electrical service when necessary. Panel swap, bus upgrade, install new riser and meter base, add external disconnect, and assessing the existing services for code compliance.
• System testing – Voltage, amperage, and power tests for each system.
• Complete commissioning and inspection checklists.
• Attend city and utility inspections.
• Support service work orders as needed.

Job Type: Full-time