Community Solar Sales Branch Manager Chicago - 0092

Shawmut Services LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health care benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Paid travel and lodging

Job summary

A community engagement firm is seeking a Community Solar Branch Manager in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will build and manage a team of solar canvassers, ensuring high-quality leads and performance in the field. Applicants should have door-to-door sales experience and strong leadership skills. The role offers a base pay of $52,000 with performance-based earnings up to $200,000 annually and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of door-to-door sales experience.
• Experience managing or mentoring canvassing teams.
• Confident communicator and strong motivator.

Responsibilities

• Build, train, and lead a team of community solar canvassers.
• Conduct hands-on coaching, field checks, and one-on-ones.
• Assign territories, track performance, and refine canvassing strategy.

Skills

Door-to-door sales experience

Team management or mentoring

Strong communicator

Strategic thinking

Familiarity with CRM software

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Overview

Community Solar Branch Manager in Chicago, IL. Pathway Solar is expanding its team to help everyday Americans access guaranteed savings on energy. This role leads a community engagement team to deliver guaranteed savings on energy with honest work and real opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Build, train, and lead a team of community solar canvassers
• Personally lead by example in the field, especially in ramp-up phase
• Conduct hands-on coaching, field checks, and one-on-ones
• Assign territories, track performance, and refine canvassing strategy
• Use CRM tools to manage lead flow and team accountability
• Ensure lead quality and accurate data entry
• Foster a culture of integrity, growth, and purpose

Who We’re Looking For

• 1–2+ years of door-to-door sales experience (solar, telecom, home services, political campaigns)
• Experience managing or mentoring canvassing teams
• Confident communicator and strong motivator
• Strategic thinker with a high-performance mindset
• Familiar with CRM and field sales software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Willing to work evenings
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

About Pathway Solar

At Pathway Solar (PS), we specialize in face-to-face fundraising, direct marketing, and community engagement. We are a people-first organization that combines tactics and experience to deliver results for our clients.

Position Details

• Position Title: Community Solar Branch Manager
• Reporting Structure: National Sales Director
• Base Pay: $52,000 per year
• Earning Plan: Uncapped commissions on sales and uncapped overrides on all team sales. Est. $150,000–$200,000 per year
• Job Classification: Full time, exempt W2
• Schedule: Full-time
• Location: Chicago Area
• Attendance: 100% attendance required

Benefits

Full health care, dental, and vision benefits after three months. Travel, lodging, and other job-related expenses paid by Pathway Solar.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pathway Solar is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and protected characteristics.