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Since I started with the company, I have been promoted several times though hard work and dedication. I've worked closely with almost every department which has not only bolstered communication but it has fostered relationships with each and every coworker I work with. Management is very open to suggestions and potential solutions to problems and work to the best of their abilities to help execute the successful solutions. The workplace culture could use some more spice however, once I grew my relationships one on one with my coworkers, it made it an even more enjoyable environment to work in. It's like working with friends! The hardest part of my job is being very quick but highly efficient with handling escalated projects, design complications, and maintaining strong communication both within the company and with the customer. The most enjoyable part of my job is honestly the freedom. I am not micromanaged, I am trusted and that trust gives me the freedom to get all of my work done how I want well knowing it's being done correctly and with the company's interest in mind. 

I have mixed feelings about this company.. co-workers were awesome and were always willing to help whenever needed. Same goes with the ASMs. I also had lots of free time and work/life balance was great. However, it is such a hard market out here to make any money, especially with all of the competition. You never really know what you are getting paid due to a random direct deposit every week. Also, customers can be very rude and demanding, and that can be awkward when you are pitching a product in their own home. They say that it is a commission only basis, and I do not think I was ever paid for my deals. There were also a lot of broken promises regarding how much I would make, etc. The head leaders in the meetings every week only seem to care about the Texas market and have no idea what is going on in their other territories. Sales are always the bottom line. I would recommend having a separate flow of income other than just working here, I could not make enough to afford to live.

Tomorrow marks my 3 year anniversary with Freedom Solar and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience from the start. I've been given the trust and flexibility to perform my role with confidence while never feeling micromanaged. There are so many opportunities for growth within the company and leadership is very receptive to role changes to ensure you are where you want/need to be. I've had the privilege of meeting almost all of my colleagues across all of our offices and I must say, literally everyone is awesome to work with. Nothing but positivity. I feel proud to be associated with such a reputable and forward-thinking organization, and I look forward to continuing to contribute to its success in the years to come.

While the old school structure and in house service calls is a rock solid equation for success, the fundamentals of any service based industry has been forgotten by some of the more experienced team members. Leadership takes an active role in figuring pain points and sets up systems to keep production moving along as smoothly as possible. If it wasn't for rigid use of pto in the beginning and misaligned pay scales I'd still be chipping away at journeyman hours. I started spending more time driving to ces than landing lines and loads so I moved on to my cdl. Overall it was a positive experience with a FEW new best practices for those not new to the trade. Also you won't be hired if you aint of the safety mindset they're 2 more workplace accidents from trouble so blue falcons beware.

While the company isnt new. They have doubled in size each year, since opening, which is cultivating an incredible, hire from within culture. Creating more jobs, and more opportunities to grow,. 

The company is based in Texas and going into this I had my reservations. I was honestly, surprised by how diverse and forward thinking the company is. 

Within my 90 days of being hired I was asked to work on special projects. This lead to a promotion for me. I am in awe  of this organization and what they do here. 

Freedom Solar Power is not only changing the lives of its customers but also the lives of it's  employees. I am looking forward to being fully vested and growing within the organization. 

Freedom Solar's core values really epitomize what it's like to work at the company, and what the company expects from its employees. We talk about them every day, and in weekly or bi-weekly all-hands meetings. If they resonate with you, Freedom Solar is an awesome place to work; if not, you should probably look elsewhere.

Culture is very relaxed - the CEO even shows up in shorts sometimes, and the President wears skater shoes occasionally - but the vibe is professional and dedicated. Diversity is encouraged and career progression is based on merit and effort, not politics.



Unfortunately it is a very mismanaged commercial department.  None of the C-level leaders know what the commercial department is really doing.  The director of commercial operations is a joke.  He cares more about hiring is former employees from another company than leading and promoting the existing specialists in the team.  They also make promises they don't intend to keep.  It's like a bate and switch.  You are told to handle 20 projects with a bonus of 20% but it never gets put in writing...so you end up with 40 projects and no bonus.

Great product, quality installer and support for customers. As a salesperson though, training is lackluster. Every group of new hires will receive different training, (turn over is higher than expected.) Company uses multiple software solutions which you need 6+ passwords/logins for. Once a project is sold, it is hard to track progress of the job to update your customers. Leads are hit and miss, lots of no shows, cancellations and credit fails, industry standard at this point. 

Overall your experience may be better or worse, it's hard to say. Culture is great and coworkers are very helpful. Culture is favorable but processes and policies constantly change in many cases without notice. 

If you are an honest top quality installer and know your worth, pass on any installer job you see here. When interviewing you are told you will hit between an average of panels a week as production pay yet once up and running you will never see those numbers. Yes you are basically lied to. The manager for installers here has very little understanding how installations actually work and that should always be a red flag when looking to work at a solar shop. Good luck making Atleast 1k a week. Other than that there is not other system around that you can find that will be an easier install. Just the wrong people running the shop. So sad. Could be a great spot to work

What is the best part of working at the company?
I love the mission of Freedom Solar Power

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
For me, it was when the regional sales manager showed his true colors and denigrated my loyalty and willingness to work with condescension. He did not exhibit the company’s core values. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Fast paced but committed to helping people go solar. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Helping the sales team move the needle on sales opportunities.

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