Energy Consultant
Ecotech Solar is looking for a highly motivated, people-focused, professional to join our Sales Team. In this role you will conduct on-site and remote PV site evaluations, design system options to suite desired parameters, and educate homeowners on how solar PV works, equipment options, incentives. Ability to lift 30+ lbs, manage ladders, and comfortability getting on roofs in all weather to conduct shading analysis and collect measurements is required. The position is based out of our Bellingham, WA office with frequent travel throughout Whatcom and Skagit counties in company provided vehicle. This position requires a unique combination of technical skill, superior listening ability, communication acumen, and competitiveness in order to guide prospective clients through the system design and contracting process.
ABOUT ECOTECH SOLAR
We are a values-driven business that designs and installs solar electric systems for homes and businesses in northwest Washington State. Since our founding in 2004 as the first solar contractor in Whatcom County, we have successfully completed over 1,900 solar projects, become an industry leader in the state, and built lasting connections that have earned us a reputation for integrity, craftsmanship, and excellent customer service. We are very good at what we do and have fun doing it. We care deeply about people--our customers, employees, and community. Our technical expertise is second to none and we strive for excellence in all things--design, installation, customer service and caring for our planet.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Conduct site evaluations for prospective clients (including getting on the roof to take physical measurements)
- Educate prospective clients on solar basics and applicable incentives
- Analyze customers' current and projected electrical usage
- Design solar electric systems and calculate expected electrical production
- Price solar electric systems and create proposals
- Explain the designs, incentives, financial benefit, and loan options to prospective clients
- Close agreements and set up contracts
- Create detailed project notes for hand-off to Project Team
- Represent Ecotech via networking in the community, tradeshows, public education opportunities and other events
WHAT YOU BRING
- A genuine curiosity and desire to serve people
- Excellent active listening and communication skills (verbal and written)
- A high level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to triage and prioritize
- Self motivation, competitiveness, and a drive to succeed
- A growth mindset, teachability, and commitment to self improvement
- Strong analytical skills and comfort with technology, science and math concepts,
- Proven track record of success in a sales role
*Prior experience in renewables or the building trades is desired, but not required
WHAT ECOTECH SOLAR OFFERS
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Education, training, and mentorship
- Competitive base wage commensurate with experience
- Bonuses based on individual and team performance
- Generous 401k match
- Employee Giving Match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- A PV system for your home, at-cost
- A positive, collaborative work environment
- Work you can feel proud of, every day
TO APPLY
Please visit our website to learn more about our work and values.
Then:
- Complete the Culture Index survey (link) so we can get a feel for how you work (if applying from a platform other than our website, this link doesn't work - you can find the link from our website, or we'll send you the link after you've submitted the application); and
- Submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you, and what makes you a great fit.
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. We’re ready to move quickly but are committed to waiting for the right person. If this sounds like you, we can’t wait to hear from you!
