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Christopher Brandel

Lindenhurst,NY

Summary

Reliable and hard working individual, who genuinely likes working in the solar industry and anticipate beginning to be a licensed electrician this year. Seeking employment that would further give me the ability to do so, and am interested in learning and becoming proficient in all the services your company performs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Electrician

Long Island Power Solutions - Solar Power With No Out Of Pocket Cost
Ronkonkoma, New York
01.2026 - Current
  • Led installation of solar power systems for residential and commercial clients.
  • Trained and mentored junior electricians on safety protocols and best practices.
  • Communicated effectively with clients about project timelines and expectations.
  • Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Performed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
  • Reviewed existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
  • Installed power supply wiring and conduit such as, EMT, O-CAL, Rigid conduit, MC cable, strut, and cable trays.

Regional Senior Project/Install Manager

NYS Essential Power
04.2024 - 01.2026
  • Commissioned commercial Solar Edge, Enphase, Yotta and various string inverter systems.
  • Installed, managed and serviced large scale commercial projects in the Burroughs and Long Island
  • Originally hired as a lead electrician responsible for installing both residential and commerical solar projects as well as doing service upgrades.
  • After a short time was brought into management and became the senior manager of our Long Island/NYC, Upstate and New Jersey operations Jan of 2025
  • Led installation projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications and timelines.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance workflow efficiency during installations.
  • Developed training materials for new hires, promoting best practices and safety standards.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced installation time by streamlining operations.
  • Managed inventory levels and procurement of installation materials to minimize delays.
  • Conducted site assessments to identify potential challenges and formulate solutions proactively.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Used hand tools, power drills, multi-meters and watt meters.
  • Utilized a CRM to maintain and update customer information, repair logs and inventory.
  • Spearheaded efforts to adopt new technologies and tools, increasing efficiency and reducing labor costs in the installation process.
  • Optimized work schedules to minimize overtime costs while maintaining high-quality installations results for clients.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by implementing standardized reporting procedures for completed installations.
  • Led diverse teams across multiple locations in successful completion of complex installation projects.
  • Facilitated collaboration between design, sales, and installation teams to ensure smooth project execution from start to finish.

Electrician/Installer/Service Technician

Momentum Solar
06.2018 - 03.2024

Originally started as an installer on the roof, was then promoted to foreman. From there I became an a lead electrician/foreman. Most recently I have been an electrical/operations/construction service tech. We used the Enphase operating system. My duties ranged from building knee-walls and sistering rafters, to installing critter guard, to fixing envoy and circuit issues, to also fixing inspection fails, exterior taps and panel replacements.

Mover

Dunbar Moving
03.2017 - 06.2018

Moved furniture into and out of trucks to customers new homes.

Education

Welding Certification - Welding

BOCES
Dix Hills
06-2018

High School Diploma -

Lindenhurst High School
Lindenhurst
06-2008

Skills

  • I have been in the Solar industry for almost a decade doing both the roof construction and electrical part of the process I am experienced in multiple operating systems for both DC and AC systems Have constructed both rail-less and rail flush mount systems, ballast, penetration-less, as well as ground mount/tilt racks and canopy systems Residential and Commerical electric using both PVC and metal, Net metering and community solar, Service upgrades, battery systems and am in a position to begin taking my licensing exams across the state

Affiliations

  • Vincent Gusmano- Former Manager at Momentum (631) 241-2829

Certification

Enphase Certified Battery Installation

Timeline

Lead Electrician

Long Island Power Solutions - Solar Power With No Out Of Pocket Cost
01.2026 - Current

Regional Senior Project/Install Manager

NYS Essential Power
04.2024 - 01.2026

Electrician/Installer/Service Technician

Momentum Solar
06.2018 - 03.2024

Mover

Dunbar Moving
03.2017 - 06.2018

Welding Certification - Welding

BOCES

High School Diploma -

Lindenhurst High School
Christopher Brandel