Solar experience
1/ 100+ Megawatts of Commercial Project Assessments Completed
Extensive experience conducting site assessments for large-scale commercial solar projects, ensuring accurate data collection for optimal system design and implementation.
2 / 3+ yrs of commercial experience
Proven track record in commercial solar surveying, including structural analysis, electrical assessments, and drone mapping for warehouses, logistics centers, and industrial sites nationwide. In addition to conducting site assessments, I have also trained individuals in commercial solar surveying, ensuring they develop the necessary skills to perform accurate and efficient evaluations.
3 / 6+ yrs residential solar surveying experience
Extensive residential solar surveying experience across North Carolina and multiple other states. Played a key role in establishing and solidifying solar marketplaces in high-demand regions such as Chicago and Boston. Managed a high volume of site surveys while also training individuals to maintain efficiency and uphold quality standards as these markets expanded.
Work Experience
Experience
2021 - Present
Commercial Solar Site Surveyor & Drone Pilot
Keny Solar Services
I have worked on hundreds of commercial solar projects at scale, collaborating with major solar companies such as Standard Solar, Solar Landscape, Aurora Solar, Novitium Solar, Aspen, and more. My experience spans a wide range of large-scale projects, including government buildings, public schools, shopping centers, and logistics centers. I have contributed to the installation of over 100 megawatts of solar energy across the United States, from California to Chicago to the Northeast.
With over 3 years of direct field experience and 6 years in the solar industry, I bring a strong technical background in structural data gathering, electrical surveys, and drone mapping.
Nationwide
Early 2019-2022
Residential Solar technician and drone pilot
I have conducted thousands of residential solar surveys, completing an estimated 3,000 site assessments and logging over 750 drone flight hours to gather precise data for effective solar installations. My experience includes spending 2-4 weeks at a time in various locations across the U.S., helping establish new marketplaces for solar engineering firms. Additionally, I have trained multiple individuals nationwide, sharing my expertise in residential solar surveying to ensure accuracy and quality in every project.
Renewable Energy Solutions
North Carolina Region and Nationwide
Education
2016-2018
Associates in business at Wake Tech Community college
I studied for my associate's degree at Wake Tech, but I've always had a drive to work in the field, on-site, where I can actively engage with each project. During college, I had the opportunity to work for an engineering firm that was a startup, operating in a bootstrap style. I was hired early on and quickly learned the industry's ins and outs, eventually becoming one of the top technicians in the firm. I am forever grateful for this experience, as it opened the doors to the solar industry for me. Since then, I have worked on thousands of residential solar projects, flying thousands of drone hours to gather precise data for effective solar installations.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Additional Skills and expertise
Additional Skills & Expertise
Beyond my extensive experience in solar site surveying and drone piloting, I bring a range of crucial skills to every project:
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Training: I have trained individuals nationwide, sharing my expertise in both residential and commercial solar surveying. My hands-on training ensures my mentees are well-prepared to maintain the high standards of the solar industry.
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Exceptional Communication: Strong communication is at the heart of my work. Whether it's coordinating with site contacts, liaising with solar engineering teams, or guiding trainees, I ensure clear, effective communication throughout every project. This clarity fosters a collaborative environment and ensures that every aspect of the project aligns with client expectations.
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Blueprint Analysis: I proactively check for structural blueprints on-site and have the ability to interpret and understand them. This skill enables me to gather essential structural data, ensuring that solar installations are planned and executed with precision.
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Comprehensive Data Collection for Permitting: My meticulous data collection process includes contextual photos, detailed measurements of structural elements like I-beams and open web joists, electrical surveys, and roof measurements. This information is crucial for solar permitting purposes, providing engineers and local authorities with the necessary documentation to verify that installations are safe, compliant, and meet all local building codes. By delivering thorough structural reports, electrical layouts, and drone imaging, I help facilitate the approval process for solar projects, ensuring they are designed and executed to the highest standards.
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Keen Eye for Detail: With over 3 years of commercial experience in collecting data and working on numerous projects, I've developed a keen eye for detail. I have often managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring each one receives the necessary attention and precision.
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Adaptability & Stress Management: I am willing to fly anywhere in the country on short notice, as long as expenses are covered or reimbursed. My ability to work effectively under stress allows me to manage multiple projects simultaneously, depending on their scale, ensuring each receives the necessary focus and precision.
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Attention to Detail & Problem-Solving: Solar site surveying demands precision, and my meticulous approach ensures every measurement, map, and survey is accurate and thorough. I proactively identify potential challenges and develop tailored solutions, ensuring a smooth pathway for solar installations.
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Passion for Solar Energy: My drive goes beyond the technical aspects—I'm passionate about contributing to the growth of renewable energy. This passion fuels my commitment to excellence in every project, ensuring that my work not only meets but exceeds industry standards.
Professional Skills
Structural data gathering and surveying
Drone Operations
On roof surveying
Electrical Surveying
Languages
English (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)
Certifications stack
- OSHA 10HR certification
- FAA PART 107
- Scissor lift/boom lift certified
- Currently pursuing NABCEP certifications