Job Title: Outside Sales Representative

Reports To: Sales Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: Base salary plus commission

Benefits: Medical and dental insurance allowance, paid holidays, matching 401 program.

Availability: Immediately

Home Power Systems, LLC (HPS) is a Premier Generac and Kohler dealer in Farmington, New York. HPS is the leading installer of automatic home standby generators in central New York having installed over 2,500 home standby generators and has over 4,500 service and preventative maintenance customers.

Home Power Systems is seeking a reliable individual for the role of an Outside Sales Representative. Previous sales experience required and electrical experience preferred. The selected individual will travel to homes to perform residential sales calls, work various home shows, manage installation from sales visit through completion of job, manage payment on each account, follow up and acquire prospects, and close sales of standby generator installations in the greater Rochester and Syracuse regions.

Work scope will include, but not limited to:

1.) Utilize all available resources to reach out to prospects and attempt to turn those prospects into customers

2.) Communicate effectively with customers throughout the entire install process as their main point of contact.

3.) Stay on top of industry trends to identify potential opportunities for company growth.

4.) Manage payment on each account to ensure full payment at the completion of each job.

5.) Travel to and perform residential sales calls in a company supplied vehicle.

6.) Design and project manage each installation to its completion working directly with Operations team.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform above duties satisfactorily. Strong sales background is essential for this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Training/Certification:

Must have the ability to learn and work with corporate phone system, learn electric as it pertains to generators, and ability to be trained on standby generator product line. A minimum of One Year experience in a residential service related business is preferred.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

Language Ability/Communication:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as maintenance instructions, scope of work documents, writing contracts, keeping detailed notes when following up on prospects, and successfully prequalify incoming prospects. Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. The ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization is crucial.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, taxes and sales for writing contracts and collecting payment.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form with multiple responsibilities and functions at a given time.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and Internet Explorer.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing daily duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will travel frequently as well as time in an office setting. Successful candidate will possess a high energy level, strong work ethic, desire continuous growth, ability to multitask, and an ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee, on occasion will be required to lift objects of 50 pounds or more. While performing the duties of the job, the employee will be asked to sit for extended periods of time.

Quality Control:

Responsible for logical, well organized scheduling for sales calls, well organized follow up process for existing and potential customers, strong communication with Operations team to ensure the full completion of each installation, and strong communication with customers. The employee will also be responsible for quality of each installation and ensuring the complete satisfaction of each customer.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and a current resume by mail, fax, or e-mail.  Phone appointments will not be accepted.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Field Technicians with generator installations & repairs
• Staging job materials for upcoming work
• Maintaining a clean and organized warehouse
• Running general errands as needed
• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of basic tools and ability to use safely
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Experience working on gas engines or electrical wiring a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must have a clean driving record
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, kneel & lift 70 + lbs

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to learn basic generator installation & repair techniques
• Willingness to learn & develop technical skills in order to advance in the company
• Ability to communicate with co-workers & customers in a courteous & professional manner
• Demonstrates dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines & schedules
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to effectively function as a team player and project a positive attitude

WORK SCHEDULE / COMPENSATION:

• Part-time to start, with the possibility of full-time after 90 days
• 20-30 hours per week between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM
• $10 – $12 per hour to start depending on experience

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Reports To: Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $12 – $16 per hour based on experience

Benefits: Full medical and dental insurance, cell phone and vehicle with tools

Availability: Immediately

Home Power Systems, LLC (HPS) is a Premier Generac generator dealer in Farmington, New York. HPS is the leading installer of automatic home standby generators in central New York having installed over 1,500 home standby generators and has over 2,000 service and preventative maintenance customers.

Home Power Systems is seeking a reliable individual for the installation and maintenance of residential power generation systems.  Previous factory training is a plus, although we will provide training for qualified candidates.  Electrical experience is required. Mechanical and pipe fitting experience is beneficial. The selected individual will assist with installation, and maintenance of backup power systems in our service area. Most work is outdoors. Applicant must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions.

Work scope will include, but not limited to:

1. Helping senior technician with generator installation
2. Transporting Generator equipment in company vehicle
3. Threading and installing gas pipe
4. Performing scheduled maintenance visits and repairs

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform above duties satisfactorily. Strong electrical background is essential for this position. Basic pipe fitting skills are a plus. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Training/Certification:

Generac factory trained and certified with one year hands on generator experience with installation, repair and trouble shooting up to 45kw, single phase generators. Must have strong electrical background. A minimum of One Year experience in a residential service related business is preferred.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Language Ability/Communication:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel and Internet Explorer.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing daily duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Successful candidate will possess a high energy level, strong work ethic, desire continuous growth, and an ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

Quality Control:

Responsible for final inspection on each home standby generator installation. Must make sure that equipment is level and functioning properly before leaving the customer site.