Junior Lighting Sales Associate

Join The House of Lights: Where Bright Careers Begin

Ignite Your Career in Lighting and Design

The House of Lights isn’t just a place of business—it's a breeding ground for the industry's future luminaries. We offer more than a job; we provide a pathway to personal and professional development within an environment that values creativity, innovation, and community. If you have a passion for design, an eye for detail, and a commitment to exceptional customer service, you could be the perfect addition to our team. Starting with comprehensive training and support, we ensure your growth parallels your increasing ability to dazzle clients with your lighting expertise.

The Role: Junior Lighting Sales Associate (6 to 12-Month Program)

Embark on an enlightening journey as a Junior Lighting Sales Associate. This entry-level position is designed as an immersive training experience, laying the foundational knowledge of lighting solutions, design principles, and customer engagement. Through hands-on learning and mentorship, you’ll prepare to become a certified lighting professional, with a structured path toward advanced roles within our company.

Career Progression and Earnings Potential:

• Initial Phase (6-12 Months): As a Junior Lighting Sales Associate, you’ll earn a competitive base salary while engaging in our comprehensive training program. During this period, you will complete the American Lighting Association (ALA) exam, a pivotal step in your career development. We are pleased to offer a competitive base salary of $40,000 annually for this role, along with several bonused milestones to recognize your progression and achievements.
• Advancement to Lighting Sales Associate: Upon successful completion of the ALA exam and demonstrating readiness, you’ll be invited to test for advancement. In this role, you become eligible to earn sales commissions, with initial total earnings ranging from $50K to $65K annually, based on performance and sales success.
• Path to ALA Certified Lighting Specialist: Mastery at the Lighting Sales Associate level opens the door to apply for the ALA Certified Lighting Specialist position. Achieving this certification significantly escalates your earning potential, starting from $65K and up, including salary and sales commissions.

Bonused Milestones: As you progress through each phase of your career with us, from completing training milestones such as the ALA exam to achieving sales targets and earning certifications, you'll be eligible for bonus rewards that celebrate your achievements and contributions to our team.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Including a health stipend to support your choice of health insurance or health savings account, generous paid time off, an employee assistance program and employee discounts.
• Professional Growth: A clear roadmap for certification and advancement, paired with ongoing training and development opportunities.

About You:

• Passionate about design and creating beautiful, functional spaces.
• Eager to learn, with a focus on excellence and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a customer-first attitude.
• Previous retail or sales experience is a plus, along with flexibility in work schedule and reliable transportation.

Join Us:

If you’re ready to start a luminous career path at The House of Lights, apply today with your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest in the role and your salary expectations. We’re excited to illuminate the possibilities together.

The House of Lights is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Location & Schedule:

This full-time, in-person role encompasses working 4 weekdays and Saturdays (with a shorter shift from 10am to 4pm). One weekday off will be provided, which will be determined upon the hire date, offering a balanced and consistent schedule in our dynamic showroom environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Melbourne, FL 32901 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Melbourne, FL 32901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person