Lead Solar Installer
Pacific Rim Solar · San Diego, CA
2022 · Present
• Lead 2–4 person crews on 180+ residential installs per year; average system size 7–10 kW.
• Cut rework by ~25% by standardizing torque checklists and photo documentation.
• Train apprentices on fall protection, conduit bends, microinverter layout, and safe material handling.
• Coordinate roof penetrations, electrical rough-in, commissioning, and customer walkthroughs.
Solar Installation Technician
SunCoast Energy Partners · Chula Vista, CA
2019 · 2022
• Installed racking, modules, and electrical components for grid-tied residential and light-commercial systems.
• Supported permitting punch lists, inspections, troubleshooting, and final commissioning.
• Completed NABCEP PV Associate preparation coursework while working in the field.
• Maintained clean, safe jobsites and explained system operation to homeowners.
Electrical Helper / Apprentice
Harbor Electric Services · San Diego, CA
2017 · 2019
• Assisted journeymen with residential service upgrades, panel work, and solar interconnection preparation.
• Pulled wire, installed conduit, labeled circuits, and maintained organized tools and materials.
• Built foundational knowledge of NEC practices, lockout/tagout, and jobsite safety.