Solar Sales Representative

Sunrun, the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the United States, is hiring a Solar Sales Representative for the Parsippany, NJ area. This is a direct-sales, commission-based role focused on acquiring residential customers for rooftop solar and battery storage solutions. You will manage a defined territory, conduct door-to-door outreach and referral follow-up, present solar financing options, and guide homeowners through the sales process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales activities within an assigned residential territory
• Conduct door-to-door prospecting, network with homeowners, and follow up on referrals
• Present solar and battery storage solutions to qualified leads, explain financing structures, and close sales
• Educate homeowners on the benefits of solar energy, cost savings, and energy independence
• Track sales activities, monitor pipeline, and achieve monthly and quarterly performance targets
• Attend weekly training and development meetings to refine sales techniques and strategies

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid California Home Improvement Salesperson (HIS) License required; candidates without the license will be hired initially as a Sales Scheduler at minimum wage (capped at 35 hours/week) and transition to this role upon obtaining the license
• Prior direct sales or commission-based sales experience preferred
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to work outdoors, walk for extended periods, and operate in various weather conditions
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to learn and adapt in a performance-driven environment

Benefits

• 100% commission-based compensation structure with uncapped earning potential; top 10% of sales specialists earn $300,000+
• Bonus training commissions on first 8 deals
• Flexible schedule with autonomy after the training period
• Performance-based incentives including branded apparel (Nike, Lululemon)
• Quarterly incentive trips to destinations such as New Zealand, Iceland, Tahiti, Switzerland, and Cancun
• Quarterly stock incentives based on personal performance
• Career advancement pathways within a vertically integrated solar and storage company
• Access to comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development