Solar Sales Representative

Sunrun is hiring a Solar Sales Representative for residential solar and battery storage sales in San Luis Obispo, California. This is a direct seller, commission-only position. Candidates without a valid California Home Improvement Salesperson (HIS) license begin in a Sales Scheduler role at minimum wage, capped at 35 hours per week, and transition to the sales role upon obtaining the license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage assigned residential sales territory
• Conduct door-to-door outreach, network in the community, and follow up on customer referrals
• Track sales activities and meet established performance targets
• Present solar and battery storage solutions to homeowners, explain financing options, and guide customers through the purchase process
• Educate homeowners on cost savings, clean energy benefits, and energy independence from residential solar and storage systems
• Attend weekly training meetings to maintain skills and support performance

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Experience in direct or commission-based sales preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends
• Physical ability to work outdoors and walk for extended periods in varying weather conditions
• Valid California Home Improvement Salesperson (HIS) license required; applicants without the license are initially placed in the Sales Scheduler position until the license is obtained

Benefits

• Commission-only compensation with average first-year earnings of $60,000 to $100,000 and California first-12-month average of $60,000 to $90,000, both dependent on individual performance; top 10% of new hires average $205,020 and top performers reach $300,000 or more
• Flexible schedule after initial training period
• Training support and clear advancement paths
• Additional commissions on the first eight deals closed
• Performance-based incentives including Nike and Lululemon apparel
• Eligibility for incentive trips to destinations such as New Zealand, Iceland, Tahiti, Switzerland, and Cancun
• Quarterly stock incentives tied to personal performance