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Steven Carver

Steven Carver

Reno,NV

Summary

To advance my career in solar & storage sales and design

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Solar Sales & Design

Mountain Vista Roof Systems
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Residential Solar Sales & Design

Solup Solar
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Generated high-quality leads by attending industry events, networking functions, and building a robust referral network.
  • Efficiently managed multiple accounts and prioritized actions to maximize sales productivity while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Navigated complex regulatory requirements related to solar installations ensuring compliance with all applicable policies.
  • Established long-term client relationships based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery standards.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels by delivering timely and accurate information on solar products and services.
  • Drove successful contract negotiations with potential customers, ensuring mutually beneficial terms were agreed upon.
  • Exceeded revenue targets consistently by utilizing strong product knowledge and persuasive communication skills.
  • Created sales and marketing tools, growing clientele and generating quality sales leads.
  • Discussed solar benefits with customers and drew comparisons with power company rates and drawbacks.
  • Generated solar energy customer leads to develop new accounts.

Robco Electric
05.2016 - 10.2022
  • Prospected for warm and cold leads
  • Cultivated new referral sales from happy & satisfied customers
  • Created rooftop PV designs, arranged financing, and resolved customer’s issues
  • Sold over $2mil in 2019 alone.

Costco Road Show Sales Mgr

Goal Zero Solar / NRG Energy
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Ordered product, set up, sold product and then dismantled display after (10) days of selling inside various Costco locations from WA to FL
  • This was a 100% comm position and I was consistently one of the top 2 salespeople (out of 150) over 3 years
  • Rewrote sales plan/design for company
  • Created new POP displays and signage
  • Company adopted my sales script for all of the products
  • Explained technical aspects of all solar devices sold to Costco members.
  • Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.

Corporate Commercial Security Design & Sales

ADT Commercial Security
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Sold and prospected for referrals for small and large commercial security systems, including PULSE, and all other ADT products including the latest surveillance technology.
  • Presented bids and contracts for potential clients to review during meetings.
  • Built a strong network of industry contacts through active participation in professional associations and networking events.
  • Drafted, submitted and processed sales contracts for orders received.
  • Increased sales revenue by establishing new client relationships and nurturing existing ones.
  • Managed a portfolio of high-value accounts, ensuring timely follow-ups and maintaining strong relationships.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - IT

Green River Community College
Auburn

Skills

  • Solar industry expertise
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Contract drafting
  • Sales Presentations
  • Technical knowledge
  • Product presentation
  • Sales closing
  • Trade show representation
  • Customer Relations
  • Networking skills
  • Lead Generation
  • Proposal Development

Knowledge And Skills

  • Sales & Marketing in the Solar Industry
  • Management of Multiple Clients
  • Web support & CompTIA+ certified
  • Business Manager Liaison
  • Experience in sales and design of PV systems

References

Referenced available upon request.

Timeline

Residential Solar Sales & Design

Mountain Vista Roof Systems
05.2023 - 05.2024

Residential Solar Sales & Design

Solup Solar
05.2022 - 05.2023

Robco Electric
05.2016 - 10.2022

Costco Road Show Sales Mgr

Goal Zero Solar / NRG Energy
01.2012 - 01.2016

Corporate Commercial Security Design & Sales

ADT Commercial Security
01.2007 - 01.2012

Associate of Applied Science - IT

Green River Community College
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