JACKSON WALTMAN
Manchester
Summary
Professional renewable energy specialist with proven track record in driving sales and expanding market reach. Adept at building strong client relationships, leveraging in-depth product knowledge, and implementing effective sales strategies. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, consistently adapting to meet evolving business needs. Skilled in customer engagement, energy software design, project management, and renewable energy solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Sales Representative
Sunrun Solar
Hartford, Connecticut
11.2024 - Current
- Supported homeowners through the entire solar process, from initial assessment through installation, with a focus on system feasibility, utility grid protection & predictability, and lifetime financial incentives.
- Full software design using iHD to design residential PV solar systems adhering to all state and industry guidelines.
- Coordinated with internal departments, installers, project managers, and customers to manage timelines and resolve technical or logistical issues.
- Educated customers on federal, state, and utility incentives, including tax credits and rebates, ensuring accurate cost expectations and program rewards.
- Built strong customer relationships through clear communication of concepts, costs, and long-term benefits.
Geothermal Heat Pump Designer & Installer
Innovative Energy Systems LLC
Centuria, Wisconsin
12.2022 - 11.2024
- Designed and Installed residential geothermal heat pump systems, supporting full project lifecycles from site assessment to commissioning.
- Conducted thorough site evaluations to determine system suitability and requirements.
- Collaborated with customers, project managers, contractors, and inspectors to ensure systems met all building codes and requirements.
- Developed working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical systems, and geothermal design software.
- Supported customers in understanding system performance, operational savings, and long-term energy impacts.
Viticulturist
Dancing Dragonfly Vineyard
St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed agricultural operations for twelve different varieties of cold climate crossbred grapes, balancing efficiency, quality, and environmental conditions.
- Worked independently and in teams to solve operational challenges in a dynamic outdoor environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable & Renewable Energy
University of Wisconsin - Madison
12.2022
Entrepreneurial Training Program - Business
Wisconsin Small Business Development Center
River Falls, WI01.2024
Skills
- Solar PV Systems - Geothermal Systems - Distributed Energy Resources Fundamentals - Utility Interconnection
Energy & Technical Skills
Project & Program Skills
- Stakeholder Coordination - Project Lifecycle Support - Contractor Management - Compliance Support
- Microsoft Office - System Advisor Model (SAM) - LoopLinkPro - iHD
Software & Tools
Timeline
Solar Sales Representative
Sunrun Solar
11.2024 - Current
Geothermal Heat Pump Designer & Installer
Innovative Energy Systems LLC
12.2022 - 11.2024
Viticulturist
Dancing Dragonfly Vineyard
06.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable & Renewable Energy
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Entrepreneurial Training Program - Business
Wisconsin Small Business Development Center