Jakob Miler
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Business-minded professional proficient in leading teams, meeting company deadlines, and leading by example. Consistently pushing myself and others to achieve exceptional results while maintaining all safety standards. Demonstrating success in evaluating operations, determining problems and creating plans to improve operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Installation Manager
Blue Raven Solar
06.2022 - Current
- Ran and operated Installation crews for Virginia
- Ran out of state operations and Installs when called upon: Ohio, Utah, North Carolina, Washington
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Directed and trained teams in installation, testing, start-up and system commissioning tasks.
- Performed regular Electrical Services with tasks including: meter pulls, meter SER extensions, Solar Systems combiner and disconnect wiring, system un installs and re installs, battery installs, Smart Thermostat Installs and HVAC Control Board troubleshooting, Sub panel Installs, and more.
- Performed successful troubleshooting on Enphase and Sunpower systems
- Implemented proper safety protocols as well as regular safety meetings
- Met with city inspectors and power company officials to determine steps needed to pass inspections and maintain positive city- corporate relations
- In charge of payroll, daily closeout reports, expense reports, and supply meetings
- Developed and implemented plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Regional Installation Manager
Noble Solar
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Ensuring best practices are being followed in the field to maintain safety and quality standards.
- Managed multiple crews in Northern Virginia, Hampton Roads Area, and North Carolina.
- Personally hired and trained each crew member.
- Responsible for managing the inventory levels and organization of a 20k sq. Ft. Warehouse.
- Monitored team performance to assess training requirements and areas in need of improvement.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Collaborated with managers to assess needs and develop program plans.
- Assist in permit requests with local municipalities to ensure projects are completed on time.
- Directed teams in installation, testing, start-up and system commissioning tasks.
- Oversaw effective disposal of construction waste and implemented programs to increase use of recycled materials.
Crew Lead
Blue Raven Solar
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Performed electrical and roof work for over 250 solar installs from th eastern shore of Virginia to Richmond totaling over 3 megawatts of energy.
- Met with building inspectors, organized crew meetings and ensured all safety procedures were followed.
- Communicated with customers on a daily basis, and performed maintenance and inspections whenever necessary.
- Whenever OSHA was present on site I was their direct consultant to facilitate with concerns and recommendations.
Fireman
U.S. Coast Guard
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Certified in several areas of duty such as auxiliary watch standing, security watch standing, basic damage control, and detainee watch.
- Assisted in on-load and off loads of thousands of gallons of fuel and oil onto 270 foot medium endurance cutter.
- Stood watch and performed initial actions on two Alco V-18 Diesel engines.
- Stood watch and performed initial actions for millions of dollars in ship equipment.
- Assisted in fueling of over 50 helicopter evolutions.
- Maintained ships equipment through regular preventive maintenance and testing of equipment.
Warehouse Assistant
Sterling Company
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Inspected appliances to identify defects and repair to meet customer expectations.
- Assembled wiring harnesses and performed wiring projects for many automotive manufactures.
- Managed and assembled hose lines for ambulance vacuum systems.
- Cycle counted warehouse inventory and made corrections whenever necessary to ensure counts were correct.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with forklift and secured loads in accordance with company policy.
Education
East Coweta High School
Georgia Skills
- Implementing PM programs
- Setting up Standard work process for team members and team managers
- Department Oversight
- Implementing best work practices at start up facilities
- Emergency response team member / CPR
- Operations Oversight
- Thrive under pressure and make logical decisions
- Working in many areas of manufacturing such as quality, extruding, line lead on high-speed pressure sensitive coater and compounding
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
- Knowledgeable in Construction Safety
Certification
OSHA 30
Red Cross First aide and CPR
NABCEP PVIP Certified
Photovoltaic Installation Professional Certification with GSI
Additional Information
Currently looking to move to a new place and grow long term with a company.
I am also in the process of obtaining Journeyman Electrical License
Timeline
Regional Installation Manager
Blue Raven Solar
06.2022 - Current
Regional Installation Manager
Noble Solar
11.2021 - 06.2022
Crew Lead
Blue Raven Solar
08.2020 - 02.2021
Fireman
U.S. Coast Guard
12.2019 - 08.2020
Warehouse Assistant
Sterling Company
01.2015 - 01.2019
East Coweta High School
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