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In Home Solar Sales Representative

Solar Alternatives logoSolar Alternatives$150,000+/yrNew Orleans, United StatesFull-timeListed 5mo ago
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At $150,000/yr, this role pays more than the middle Account Executive opening on the board today ($125k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $81.5k–$320k/yr.

Against the 1,024 open roles on Industrial sales jobs (typical pay $115k/yr, band $85k–$238k/yr), this one's $150,000/yr sits above the middle. How posted pay is measured.

The posting

Join the clean energy revolution! Solar Alternatives, the Louisiana's leading renewable energy company, is seeking an experienced sales consultant and one-call closer for remote, in-home and in-business sales for North Louisiana regional market. Target clients are nearby residential and commercial prospects in Mississippi. Excellent earning potential of $100k-$160k annually.

As an Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Companies and winner of the 2018 and 2022 LifeCity Employee Wellness Award, Solar Alternatives' mission is to strengthen communities through comprehensive energy savings, backup power, and a low-carbon lifestyle. Over 4000 families and businesses have worked with our team to realize over $300 million in lifetime savings.

If you are a professional who is passionate about helping clients, has successful experience with in-home sales, and can effectively cultivate a robust pipeline with integrity, excellent customer service, and ambitious sales targets, this opportunity is for you. This position is a result of new management plan to accelerate growth and focus on achieving regional market leadership.

Thrive with confidence and pride in your work as you develop a strong portfolio of happy clients! Working alongside a skilled support staff with proprietary tools, complete training and ongoing learning opportunities will be provided.

This position is primarily home office based, and will focus on local in-person appointments, and remote statewide appointments commercial and residential solar energy prospects. Please review qualifications before applying.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • In-home, in-business and virtual sales of residential solar, energy savings and backup power solutions
  • Additional commercial sales opportunities
  • Generate custom proposals and organize documents necessary for presentation and closing
  • Generate new leads from networking, database, event participation, and relationships
  • Close deals and sign contracts with home and business owners
  • Ability to efficiently plan schedule, set goals and work unsupervised
  • Use company-provided screening procedures to qualify prospects
  • Pursue individual and team sales targets
  • Attend meetings, marketing events and training programs to stay informed of technology trends
  • File sales reports and provide market feedback to team leader
  • Strong potential for advancement

Requirements

  • Positive, energetic attitude, and ambitious with a strong desire to succeed
  • Ability to speak with charisma and confidence
  • Self-motivated and disciplined
  • Proven and documented track record of sales success
  • Proficiency in business software - Microsoft Office Suite, Drobbox, Slack
  • Proficiency in standard internet tools and etiquette - email, cloud services, search
  • Articulate and professional English writing and speech, bilingual a plus
  • Willing and able to initiate marketing and self-generate a portion of prospects
  • Reliable transportation, valid license, clean driving record
  • Willing to work occasional weekends as needed for marketing events
  • Experience with CRM, Salesforce.com preferred
  • Home improvement, auto sales or in-home sales experience preferred

Benefits

  • Advanced product and sales training to ensure success
  • Unlimited earning potential, with average commission of $2,500 per sale
  • Top performers earn $150k+ per year
  • 100% Commission and Bonuses for Self-Gen & Referral Sales available
  • Two weeks time off, plus 7 bank holidays
  • Use of proprietary company tools including industry leading quotation and formatted selling systems
  • Qualified leads from the best sources available
  • The peace of mind that comes with offering only best in class products, installation, and services
  • Gas card & vehicle allowance
  • Health insurance, vision, dental
  • Simple-IRA with company match

Taken from Solar Alternatives's own posting, last seen live on 4 Nov 2026.

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The application

Your details and CV, then 15 questions (1 written).

Have readyCVCover letter (optional)
  1. 1.
    EducationShort answer · optional
  2. 2.
    ExperienceShort answer · optional
  3. 3.
    Available start dateDate
  4. 4.
    Do you have at least 6 months of previous experience in a sales role?Yes or no
  5. 5.
    Are you fluent with tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox & Slack?Yes or no
  6. 6.
    Do you have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record?Yes or no
  7. 7.
    Have you used Salesforce.com (or other CRM) for a prior sales position? If other, please specify.Yes or no
  8. 8.
    Ok to work occasional weekends for marketing events?Yes or no
  9. 9.
    Any sales or other experience involving solar energy, energy savings or backup power solutions?Yes or no
  10. 10.
    Do you have B2B sales experience?Yes or no
  11. 11.
    What software have you used to generate proposals in prior positions?Short answer
  12. 12.
    What's the largest single sales contract you've signed?Number
  13. 13.
    What's your in-home sales experience?Pick any: 6176782 · 6176783 · 6176784 · 6176785
  14. 14.
    Can you provide proof of sales close rate and/or earnings from prior positions?Yes or no
  15. 15.
    How do you self-generate opportunities for the products and services you represent?Written answer

From Solar Alternatives's apply page, checked 4 Nov 2026.

About Solar Alternatives

Designs, installs and services rooftop and commercial solar, Tesla Powerwall battery backup, Tesla Solar Roof, standby power, smart panels and EV charging for homeowners, businesses, industrial sites and public bodies across the Gulf South.

Pay schedule: Commercial and management sellers get a salary plus commission or bonus, while in-home consultants are on straight commission with a gas card, a vehicle allowance on most postings, medical, dental and vision cover, a 401(k) or Simple IRA match and two weeks of paid leave plus seven holidays.

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