American Solar Direct Growing, Seeking Qualified Candidates

SANTA MONICA, Nov. 8, 2011 -- American Solar Direct (ASD), a leading residential solar provider in California, is expanding and looking for energetic, motivated people to join a fast growing company in one of the state's most exciting industries.

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Providing affordable and reliable solar solutions for California homeowners requires skilled installers and electricians, product managers and warehouse staff, crew leaders, customer service representatives, sales professionals and more. American Solar Direct's team members help homeowners reduce their electric bills, while protecting the environment.

A recent study highlighted the exciting job prospects throughout the solar industry in California. According to the National Solar Jobs Census 2011, California now accounts for one of every four solar-related jobs in the United States, and, nationally, solar industry employment growth was an impressive 6.8 percent year over year for the period ending August 2011.  

"We expect that our company's employment growth rate will continue at a rate significantly higher than the overall industry growth rate due to the extremely positive customer response we've had to our solar offering," says President and CFO, Ravi Thuraisingham. "We are consistently looking for the very best talent to help us educate and assist even more homeowners."

American Solar Direct promotes a positive, team-oriented work environment, growth opportunities, and the chance to put talents to use. ASD also provides training for select positions. ASD has current openings posted on its website and is actively recruiting at regional career fairs.  Upcoming career fairs include:  

• Wednesday, Nov. 9, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Radisson Hotel - John Wayne Airport, 4545 Macarthur Blvd., Newport Beach, CA 92660.
• Wednesday, Nov. 9, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hilton Woodland Hills Hotel, 6360 Canoga Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367.
• Wednesday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Hilton Ontario Airport, 700 North Haven Avenue, Ontario, CA 91764.

American Solar Direct is committed to diversity and employee well-being. For more information, visit the Careers section at www.americansolardirect.com or email: [email protected].

About American Solar Direct

American Solar Direct is a full-service solar provider, offering affordable solar system leases as well as purchase agreements. American Solar Direct includes design, permitting, installation, and project management services in each flat rate contract. Through its fixed rate solar lease program, ASD offers homeowners the ability to generate their own clean, renewable power and take control of their electricity prices.

Homeowners interested in solar power may contact ASD at 855-SOLAR55 (or 888-825-1856) to get started with a free, no-obligation in-home analysis.

For more information, contact [email protected].

SOURCE American Solar Direct