Job description
At NRG, we're driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future.
Green Mountain Energy, an NRG owned company, was founded on the mission to use the power of consumer choice to help change the way power is made. We are the longest-serving renewable energy retailer in the U.S., and we are proud to be a part of the solution to climate change. We are committed to providing our customers with cleaner energy options and helping them make informed choices about their energy use. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help us achieve our mission.
Job Summary
The Renewable Energy Sales Agent is responsible for selling renewable energy products and services to residential customers. This position requires a strong understanding of renewable energy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct sales presentations to residential customers
- Educate customers on the benefits of renewable energy
- Answer customer questions and address concerns
- Close sales and meet sales targets
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous sales experience preferred
- Strong understanding of renewable energy and sustainability
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
- Competitive salary and commission structure
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee discounts on renewable energy products and services
Additional Information
Green Mountain Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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About this role
About NRG
Company Overview
NRG Energy, Inc.
HeadquartersHouston, TX, United States
Founded1989
SizeApproximately 16,700 employees globally (source: forbes.com). Revenue of $6.858 billion in 2025 and $17.737 billion in the first half of 2026 (source: nrg.com).
What They Do
NRG Energy, Inc. is a publicly traded U.S. power company headquartered in Houston, Texas, that serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers with electricity, natural gas, home services, and demand-response/load-management solutions rather than focusing solely on renewable energy (source: nrg.com). In 2025–2026, NRG expanded significantly by acquiring LS Power, adding approximately 13 GW of natural-gas and dual-fuel generation assets across nine states, as well as CPower’s commercial and industrial virtual power plant platform (source: nrg.com). The company combines retail customer relationships with large-scale generation ownership and flexible demand-side assets, positioning itself uniquely in both supply and load-management economics, with a strong presence in Texas and PJM markets (source: nrg.com). Its retail offerings include home-energy products such as Home Essentials and residential virtual power plant programs, with a 2025 Texas residential VPP target raised to 150 MW (source: investors.nrg.com).
Projects & Track Record
NRG has been actively developing new gas-fired generation projects in Texas through the Texas Energy Fund (TEF) program. Notably, the T.H. Wharton project is a 415 MW facility with a 456 MW nameplate capacity, supported by a $216 million TEF loan at 3% interest, which achieved commercial operation on May 26, 2026 (source: nrg.com). Additionally, NRG has two other TEF projects, Greens Bayou and Cedar Bayou, totaling 1.1 GW in due diligence, backed by loans of $370 million and $562 million respectively, for 443 MW and 689 MW capacities (source: nrg.com). Collectively, these three TEF projects represent 1.5 GW of new generation capacity in Texas, all progressing on time and on budget (source: sec.gov). Earlier in 2025, NRG acquired a 738 MW natural-gas combined-cycle peaking portfolio in Texas from Rockland Capital for $560 million, further expanding its generation footprint (source: investors.nrg.com).
Recent Developments
In a major strategic move, NRG completed the acquisition of LS Power’s portfolio on January 30, 2026, a transaction valued at approximately $12.0 billion enterprise value, including $6.4 billion in cash, $2.8 billion in stock, and $3.2 billion of assumed debt (source: nrg.com). This acquisition effectively doubled NRG’s generation footprint by adding 13 GW of power generation assets and CPower’s virtual power plant platform (source: nrg.com). In 2025, NRG also signed 295 MW of long-term retail agreements to power data centers on two NRG-owned sites in Texas, with initial power deliveries expected in the second half of 2026 and full operation by 2030 (source: investors.nrg.com). The company updated its 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $5.325 billion to $5.825 billion following the LS Power transaction close (source: investors.nrg.com).
Working There
NRG offers a wide range of roles across generation operations, retail energy sales, customer service, trading, engineering, project development, finance, legal, and demand-response/distributed-energy operations, reflecting its diverse business model (source: nrg.com). The company emphasizes market-competitive pay, short- and long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families financially, emotionally, socially, and physically (source: nrg.com). Recent expansions, particularly in Texas, have driven hiring demand in generation development, plant operations, commercial origination, and grid/flexibility products, with a focus on Houston and Texas-linked roles (source: nrg.com).