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Primary Duties Include:
Managing a consistent and at times heavy workload effectively
Responding to initial inquires, qualifying new leads and performing initial estimates
Educate prospective customers on the value, benefits and limitations of solar PV
Undertake solar site surveys at houses and commercial buildings
Preliminary design of solar PV systems
Develop and deliver quotations, economic analysis, and proposals for prospective customers
Close sales calls
Participate in marketing events such as tradeshows and local festivals
Education and experience requirements
Knowledge of the construction and or solar industry
Education and or 2+ years experience in a technical sales position
Capable of lifting, moving and climbing a ladder and comfortable working at heights
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Experience with Sketchup an asset
Competencies
Critical thinking and problem solving
Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities
Adaptability
Ability to work in a team environment among different personalities
High level of organization
Class 5 drivers license with a clean driving record
Willingness to travel within our service area
Demonstrated passion for renewable energy
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Type of Sales Account
- Regional accounts
- Local accounts
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
Type Of Sales
- Engineering
Specific Skills
- Utilize sales/marketing software packages
- Resolve product and service related problems
- Prepare and administer sales contracts
- Estimate costs of installing and maintaining equipment or service
- Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
- Promote sales to existing clients
- Identify and solicit potential clients
- Assess client's needs and resources and recommend the appropriate goods or services
- Develop reports and proposals to illustrate benefits from use of good or service
- Deliver sales presentations
- Provide input into product design where goods or services must be tailored to suit client's needs
- Read and understand blueprints
Ability to Supervise
- 1 - 2 people
Work Location Information
- On-site customer service
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Confidential security clearance
Own Tools/Equipment
- Cellular phone
Products/Services
- Electrical and electronic equipment
- Construction materials and equipment