| Careers at Akeena Solar
Why join Akeena Solar? Over the years we have become one of the nation's largest solar power integrator/installer, with an experienced management team and an absolutely terrific staff -- all of whom are enthusiastic about helping our customers gain their energy independence while improving the environment. If you are interested in any of these positions, please reference job title in email and send a cover letter and resume to jobs@akeena.net. Principals only, no agencies.
Positions:
Design Consultant
Design Engineer
Solar Power System Installers
Marketing Internship
Inside Sales Coordinator
Design Consultants
California, New Jersey, New York
Job Description:
We are looking for self-motivated, experienced design consultants who can talk with residential and business prospects on the phone, meet with them to evaluate their needs, follow up with an objective and comprehensive sales proposal and close the job. You should be able to interact with the customers during their installation and ensure 100% satisfaction. You will also generate additional customer leads from referrals, business directories, personal networking and other business development activities.
| Job Requirements: |
- Good sales management
- Customer tracking and project management experience
- Mastery of MS Word, Excel
- An understanding of building construction techniques, roofing, electrical, HVAC and/or Photovoltaic systems is a plus
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Compensation: Six-figure income potential!
Training: Cutting-edge, professionally designed sales tools!
Benefits: Full benefits package
Contact Us:
E-mail to jobs@akeena.net
Please include Design consultants in email subject line.
Akeena Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Design Engineer
Los Gatos, California
Job Description:
We are looking for a Junior Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineer to assist in the design and layout of Photovoltaic systems and submittal of plans/drawings to the building permit departments. Additional responsibilities will include coordination of work with subcontractors, roofers and electricians. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work in a very fast paced environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and have excellent organizational skills.
| Job Requirements: |
- Engineering degree (BA minimum)
- TurboCAD or AutoCAD experience
- Mastery of MS Word and Excel
- Strong negotiating, math, written and verbal communication skills
- Preferred skills:
NABCEP certified, National Electric Code knowledge, Solar experience, Construction background |
| Compensation: |
- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits package
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Contact Us:
E-mail to jobs@akeena.net
Please include Design Engineer in email subject line.
Akeena Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Solar Power System Installers
Los Gatos, California
Job Description:
We are seeking motivated, hard-working and reliable individuals with a genuine interest in renewable energy and excellent customer relation skills to join our solar installation team. Installation work involves mounting rooftop photovoltaic arrays, electrical wiring, and trenching for underground conduit. We work in the great outdoors so candidates must be comfortable working in all types of weather conditions.
| Job Requirements: |
- Construction, mechanical and/or electrical experience (required)
- Roofing experience (preferred)
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record (required)
- Comfortable with ladder and scaffolding work; No fear of heights (respect is good)
- Attention to detail (absolutely must have!)
- Demonstrated experience working in a team environment meeting deadlines (required)
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| Compensation: |
- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits package
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Contact Us:
E-mail to jobs@akeena.net
Please include Solar Power System Installers in email subject line.
Akeena Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Marketing Internship
Los Gatos, California
Job Description: Part Time Position
Spring, Summer or Fall Internship: A terrific opportunity to gain real world experience in marketing with one of the leading solar companies in the U.S. Join the fastest growing industry in the world and earn school credit for your undergraduate or graduate degree. Possible job offers upon completion of internship. Fast track your career and develop a skill set employers cannot resist. The sky is the limit!
Minimum requirements: College experience with preferred coursework in Marketing/Business. Must be a team player and possess a positive attitude. We are looking for someone who thrives on opportunity and is willing to do necessary tasks as required to learn about marketing and solar power. Preference will be given to highly organized and detail-oriented individuals.
| Gain Real Life Experience in: |
- Development of Marketing Collateral
- Public Relations
- Campaign Design, Planning & Execution
- Event Planning/Management
- Internet Marketing
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Contact Us:
E-mail to jobs@akeena.net
Please include Marketing Internship in email subject line.
Akeena Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Inside Sales Coordinator
Los Gatos, California
Job Description:
If you're as enthusiastic about solar energy as we are and want to join our talented and passionate team of professionals dedicated to doing the right thing for our environment and economy, you’re invited to explore a rewarding opportunity as an Inside Sales Coordinatorin our Appointment Center. Below are some of the major responsibilities of this position.
| Responsibilities: |
- Responding to incoming inquiries from web, phone, advertising trade shows and other marketing – No Cold Calling.
- Pre-qualifying potential customers to set appointments with our Design Consultants.
- Collecting utility bills for each appointment and file maintenance for each customer.
- Conducting appointment confirmation calls prior for Design Consultant visits.
- Documenting all potential customer contacts and interactions into SalesForce database.
- Confirmation calls on every appointment and follow-up calls to cancellations and customers who choose a competitor.
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| Qualifications: |
- High School diploma required. BA,BS degree preferred
- 1 – 3 years experience call center and/or inside sales support.
- CRM system experience preferred. SalesForce experience a plus.
- Strong computer skills and internet familiarity
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills and phone etiquette
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Work Schedule flexibility to work off peak hours (mornings, nights and/or weekends)
- FT preferred (Part-time positions also available)
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| Compensation: |
- Competitive compensation
- Commission on appointments resulting in a sale
- Full benefits package
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Why join Akeena Solar? Over the years we have become one of the largest national solar power companies, with an experienced management team and an absolutely terrific staff -- all of whom are enthusiastic about helping our customers gain their energy independence while improving the environment.
Contact Us:
E-mail to jobs@akeena.net
Please include Inside Sales Coordinator in email subject line.
Akeena Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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