Commercial Energy Consultant - Silver Spring, MD

Universal Energy Solutions • Silver Spring, MD

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About The Position

Universal Energy Solutions is hiring an entry-level Commercial Energy Consultant for its Silver Spring team. The role is suited to people who enjoy working with others and want to help local businesses make informed energy decisions. No prior sales experience is required; new hires receive paid training, coaching, and mentorship.

Consultants meet face-to-face with business owners and decision-makers to review electricity and natural gas supply plans, identify opportunities to reduce energy costs, and recommend competitive supplier options suited to each business. The workday starts at the office with team planning and preparation, followed by travel throughout an assigned territory, typically within a 30-mile radius.

The position offers weekly base pay while learning the role, commission on new accounts, and additional performance-based incentives. Typical first-year on-target earnings are $55,000–$70,000, with the potential to earn $100,000 or more for consistently exceeding performance goals. Career development includes hands-on mentorship, ongoing coaching, and opportunities to advance to Account Manager and leadership positions. Health benefits are available after eligibility requirements are met.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable personal vehicle.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort meeting with business owners face-to-face.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role.
• Self-motivation and strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet face-to-face with business owners and decision-makers.
• Review current electricity and natural gas supply plans.
• Help businesses identify opportunities to reduce their energy costs.
• Recommend competitive energy supplier options based on each customer's needs.
• Build relationships with prospective commercial customers.
• Learn and apply the customer consultation process alongside experienced mentors.
• Travel throughout an assigned territory, typically within a 30-mile radius of the office.
• Develop skills to manage larger customer portfolios and advance professionally.

Benefits

• Paid training and hands-on mentorship.
• Weekly base pay while learning the role.
• Commission paid weekly.
• Additional performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Ongoing career coaching and development.
• Career path to Account Manager and leadership positions.
• Promote-from-within culture.
• Health benefits after eligibility requirements are met.
• Team-oriented work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed