Retail Sales Associate I

Sunrun; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrun, a leading solar and energy services company, is hiring for a retail sales representative role. This position involves educating potential customers on renewable energy solutions, building relationships, and scheduling appointments. Strong communication and technology skills, along with resilience and motivation, are key to thrive in this exciting opportunity with competitive earnings and benefits.

Benefits

Full benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Highly competitive sales commissions

Internal advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Significant comfort level with technology, utilizing an iPad/computer.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Act as the face of Sunrun in a retail store.
• Educate customers about renewable energy solutions.
• Schedule appointments and build a customer base.

Skills

Communication

Technology proficiency

Self-motivation

Resilience

Passion for renewable energy

Job description

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we’re doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Overview

Power your potential and #electrifyyourcareer by joining the leading U.S. solar, storage, and energy services company. Are you looking to position yourself in a high growth, high impact career? Do you desire a sales lifestyle? If so, look no further - the Sunrun retail team is hiring!

Duties & Responsibilities

In this role, you will act as the face of Sunrun in a designated partner retail store, where you will make a significant impact on potential customers. Impact is made by building relationships, building excitement for our products, and educating potential customers on renewable energy and storage solutions. You will be responsible for scheduling appointments and building the Sunrun customer base. Your focus on each person you meet is to influence and impact them in a positive manner. If you thrive on exceeding personal and team goals, this role is for you!

Qualifications/How You Will Be Successful:
Success in this role requires strong communication skills, excellent technology skills, resilience, self-motivation, grit, and passion for our mission.

• Availability to work a retail schedule including weekends, evenings and some holiday shifts. This schedule is optimized for your sales success and earning potential.

• Access to reliable transportation to support a multi-store territory zone within 15-30 mile radius.

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.

• Significant comfort level with technology, utilizing an IPAD/computer and multiple software applications.

How you will be rewarded:

• Full benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid training, and much more.

• The opportunity to invest in yourself and your career through PowerU - Sunrun’s 100% tuition reimbursement program with over 150 educational opportunities.

• Highly competitive sales commissions paid biweekly for new solar appointments and contracts that result from your efforts.

• Competitive hourly base pay and commission plus lucrative performance incentives through our Nike/Lululemon sponsored incentive program. You’ll have the opportunity to earn Nike/Lululemon swag, prizes and amazing trips.

• Internal advancement opportunities, as earned.

• Our top performers earn up to $160,000.00/year. This could be you!

Recruiter:

Marc Richard ([e-mail])

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

The starting salary/wage for this opportunity is in compliance with the local wage requirements.

Sunrun provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, a wellbeing program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility, based on both company and individual performance, as well as short- and long-term incentives and program-specific awards. Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. Please note: Employee benefits do not apply to our Fusion and Street Sales roles, which are 100% commission-based, (1099-NEC) positions.

This description sets forth the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification, as well as some of the essential functions of this role. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all essential duties and qualifications. If you have a disability or special need that may require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process or to perform this role if you are offered employment, please let us know by contacting us at [e-mail].

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging drives our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. At Sunrun, we believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal convictions, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.