Build a Career in Residential Energy — With Real Income From Week One
California electricity rates aren't slowing down, and Antelope Valley homeowners are actively looking for guidance on solar and battery storage. SolarShoppers — voted AVS Best — is hiring a
Residential Energy Consultant to meet with homeowners, analyze their energy usage, and design custom solar and storage solutions.
This is a consultative role built for experienced sellers who want a structured ramp, weekly income while they build their pipeline, and uncapped earning potential once they're rolling.
What You'll Do
Conduct in-home and on-site energy consultations with Antelope Valley homeowners
Review utility bills, usage patterns, and roof/property conditions to design the right system
Educate homeowners on solar economics, financing, tax credits, NEM 3.0, and battery backup
Build your own client base through neighborhood outreach, referrals, community events, and networking
Walk customers through proposals, contracts, and the path to a finished install
Stay current on California utility rate changes and incentive programs
Compensation Structure
We've built this role so you can earn from week one while you ramp:
$500/week training pay for your first 4 weeks (non-recoverable — yours to keep)
Per-project commission: $2,000–$4,000 depending on system size and storage attach
Monthly performance bonuses:
$1,000 bonus for 3 installs in a month
$2,500 bonus for 5+ installs in a month
Paid on installation completion — most projects go live in 30–45 days
Health benefits eligibility after 90 days
Realistic earnings:
Year 1 consultants: $80K–$120K
Experienced consultants: $150K+
No cap on commissions or bonuses
Why Consultants Choose SolarShoppers
Voted AVS Best — homeowners recognize and trust the name before you knock
Local installer, not a dealer. We do our own installs, permitting, and PTO — your project never gets handed off to a stranger
Fast project timelines — most systems operational in 60–90 days, not 6 months
Exclusive equipment line not available through competing dealers in the valley
Real operations team behind every project, so you look good after the sale
Structured onboarding with product training, design training, and consultation shadowing
Background We're Looking For
This role fits people coming from consultative or relationship-based sales backgrounds. Industries that translate especially well:
HVAC sales
Insurance (especially in-home P&C or life)
Financial services / wealth advisory
Real estate
Roofing or home improvement
Solar (any role)
Mortgage / lending
You should have:
2+ years of sales experience, ideally in a consultative or in-home setting
Strong listening, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Comfort prospecting and developing your own client pipeline
Self-direction, organization, and a long-term career mindset
Reliable transportation, valid California driver's license, professional appearance
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, not required