Residential Solar Sales & Design Specialist

Why Apply? Do you want to support the shift to clean, renewable energy? Advance your career with our exclusive training program! You'll learn about best practices in Residential Solar Installation, how to utilize the National Electrical Code (NEC), and how Solar PV is helping to shape the future of energy. With our 6-month performance evaluations, this position will put you on a path with the CO Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) to become a licensed electrician. Are you interested in generous time-off and a strong benefits package? At Namaste Solar, you'll also have the opportunity to become a co-owner in our inclusive and transparent cooperative business. People come to Namaste Solar with a desire to align their work and their values. And, we're not the only ones that believe our employee-owned model is a force for good in our communities. We've been awarded B Corp's Best for Workers and Outside Magazine's Best Places to Work 7+ years in a row. JOB DESCRIPTION: Use your sales skills to educate homeowners on the benefits of installing solar on their home. This fast paced, exciting position provides exceptional growth potential for a self-motivated team player. This position requires a unique combination of technical & communication skills and takes a consultative approach to the sale of PV solar systems. This is a non-commission role, and the applicant should love working on a team in a collaborative environment within our democratically run Cooperative. A cover letter is required for consideration for this role. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and sell residential PV solar systems. Use a consultative sales and design approach to help meet project goals of the customer. Prepare proposals for potential customers and present the benefits via video conference or phone. Manage your sales pipeline and log all customer communication using Salesforce CRM. Prepare purchase agreements and take the customer through the closing process. Set expectations with the customer and educate them on the installation process and timeline. Communicate with Residential Operations to effectively handoff projects for implementation. Collaborate effectively with the Sales Team and other departments. Exchange knowledge, share best practices, and be open to giving and receiving feedback. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Outstanding communication and follow-up skills. Experience providing excellent customer service. Practice self-awareness, accountability, confidence, and poise while juggling numerous tasks and responsibilities. Must be organized and detail oriented with experience managing a large pipeline. Understand financial calculations and how to present those concepts to customers, (ROI, IRR, NPV). Team player in a collaborative rather than competitive sales team environment. Proficient with computers, Salesforce & Microsoft Office Suite. NON-ESSENTIAL (Valued but not required skills and experience): Ability to read and understand architectural drawings. Experience using Aurora Solar for PV solar design. NABCEP Technical Sales certification. Bachelor's degree and 2 years related experience, or Engineering degree. SEI Solar PV courses, and/or COSEIA Certification. COMPENSATION AND TERMS: Position is full-time salaried, non-commission. Path to Co-Ownership in the Cooperative. Yearly Patronage Dividend to Co-Owners depending on profitability. Starting salary range $50k - $65k, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision insurance, Disability and 401(k). A company issued Eco Pass to ride RTD busses and light rail for free. Generous paid-time off package includes 3+ weeks of vacation/holidays in year 1 and increases with tenure. About Namaste Solar: Founded in 2004, Namaste Solar is an employee-owned cooperative and a leading solar photovoltaic (PV) contractor and consultancy based in Colorado. We provide PV design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and consulting services to residential, commercial, builder, non-profit, and government customers throughout the U.S. Our mission is to propagate the responsible use of solar energy, pioneer conscientious business practices, and create holistic wealth for ourselves and our community. Namaste Solar is an employee-owned cooperative with a democratic, progressive, and unique work environment. We value earned leadership, strong teamwork, the process of building consensus, transparency, and accountability. We enjoy each other's company, share aligned values, and appreciate working in a respectful, positive, and rewarding environment. Namaste Solar is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment for people to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize that diverse teams make strong teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender