In deregulated energy markets, homeowners can choose their electricity or gas supplier. Door-to-door reps enroll customers with a supplier on the doorstep. The pitch is fast and the enrollment happens on the spot.
What a day looks like
- Work neighborhoods in a deregulated state.
- Compare the homeowner's current rate and enroll them.
- Hit a daily enrollment target.
How retail energy reps get paid
Commission per enrollment, often with weekly pay and bonuses for volume.
Apply for retail energy sales jobs Free. No resume. Pick other industries too if you are open to them.
Who retail energy fits
- Reps in Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York, New Jersey and other deregulated states
- People who want quick, high-volume sales
Season
Year-round.
Roles we place
- Sales rep
- Team lead
How Knock Door to Door places retail energy reps
- Apply once. One form, about five minutes. Pick retail energy and any other industries you would consider.
- Get ranked. We score every applicant on experience, availability, location and drive, so companies see you the way they want to.
- Get matched. We send your profile to retail energy companies hiring in your market, and set up the interview.
- Get placed. You start knocking. We stay in touch so your next move is easy when you want one.
Retail Energy sales questions
Which states allow door-to-door energy sales?
Only states with retail choice for electricity or gas, such as Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York and New Jersey. Rules differ by state and sometimes by utility, so the company you work for decides where you knock.
Do energy reps need a license?
Several states require energy sales agents to be registered, carry an ID badge, or follow specific scripts and disclosures at the door. Your company handles the registration and training.
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- Door-to-Door Sales Permits and Laws
- Where Door-to-Door Sales Jobs Are
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