Solar Retail Associate
Windham, CT - USA
Job Summary
Retail Associate
Part-Time to Full-Time Benefits Eligible
Position Overview
The Retail Associate is responsible for engaging homeowners at retail locations educating them about the benefits of residential solar energy and scheduling qualified homeowners for in-home consultations with our Solar Consultants.
This is a customer-facing position designed for outgoing energetic individuals who enjoy speaking with people and creating opportunities through meaningful conversations. Success is measured by generating high-quality appointments that result in completed in-home demonstrations and ultimately help homeowners save money through solar.
Responsibilities
- Engage shoppers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Educate homeowners on the benefits of going solar.
- Qualify homeowners based on company guidelines.
- Schedule qualified homeowners for free in-home solar consultations.
- Maintain a positive and professional representation of the company.
- Accurately record appointments and customer information.
- Consistently achieve appointment and performance goals.
Schedule
- Approximately 30 hours per week
- Five (5) six-hour shifts each week
- Typical schedule:
- 1:00 PM 7:00 PM
- Seasonally adjusted to 11:00 AM 6:00 PM or 10:00 AM 5:00 PM during winter months
- Some weekend availability is required.
- Employees will never be scheduled both Saturday and Sunday in the same weekend.
Compensation
$15.00 per hour plus commission!
Retail Associates also earn commissions based on completed sales generated from appointments they originate.
Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible employees and include:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid training
- Advancement opportunities within the organization
What Were Looking For
- Positive attitude and strong communication skills
- Comfortable approaching and speaking with new people
- Reliable punctual and self-motivated
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals
- Weekend availability as scheduled
- Previous retail hospitality customer service or sales experience is helpful but not required
Career Growth
High-performing Retail Associates have opportunities to advance into leadership and outside sales positions with significantly higher earning potential as they grow within the organization.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Venture Solar is a solar company providing high-efficiency, US-made solar panel installation for homes across the Northeast. Backed by a 25-year warranty.