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Jakob Miller

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Summary

I enjoy problem solving and working hard in order to reach set goals. I am committed to doing the best job I can while continuing my education and experience. I am a proven leader in field operations and crew management, adept at driving project completion and maximizing efficiency. Skilled in electrical knowledge and risk management, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget, with a focus on safety and quality.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wildland Firefighter

Pacific Oasis
04.2025 - Current
  • Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
  • Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
  • Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
  • Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
  • Mitigated environmental impact of wildfires by implementing soil erosion prevention techniques during fireline construction.
  • Reduced wildfire damage to property by employing effective structure protection measures.

Ski Lift Operator

Steven's Pass
12.2024 - 04.2025
  • Assisted in training new Ski Lift Operators, resulting in a smoother onboarding process and more efficient team performance.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively, coordinating with Ski Patrol when necessary to ensure guest safety.
  • Fostered relationships with other departments within the resort to coordinate seamless transitions between various activities and services for guests.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, sharing feedback, and offering suggestions for improvement.
  • Maintained a safe skiing environment with regular inspections of lift machinery and reporting any issues to management.
  • Collaborated with other mountain staff to ensure timely opening and closing of ski lifts, maintaining optimal operation hours for guests.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying issues affecting ski lift operations and proposing practical solutions to management.

Regional Installation Manager

Blue Raven Solar
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Direct teams in installation, testing, start-up and system commissioning tasks.
  • Operate travelling and locally based crews in Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina.
  • Prepare detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
  • Track project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
  • Schedule utility service providers according to project timelines.
  • Perform traveling service calls for specific tasks and customer relations in Virginia, Georgia, and North Carolina
  • Track fleet vehicle maintenance and material audits
  • Maximize crew efficiency thru team building and crew incentives
  • Conducted thorough post-installation inspections to verify adherence to design specifications and client expectations.
  • Oversaw quality control measures during installations, identifying potential issues early on to minimize costly rework later.

Field Operations Manager

Noble Solar
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Ran and operated multiple crews all over Virginia
  • Managed the inventory and organization methods of the warehouse
  • Assisted in Permit requests and Solar System designing
  • Met with city inspectors and city permitting offices
  • Operated with both Solar Edge Inverters and Enphase combiners
  • Organized and implemented in depth training courses
  • Responsible for the ordering and supervision of deliveries to the warehouse
  • Responsible for designing streamline systems for quality control, safety control, and system completion monitoring
  • Hired employees and created positions to ensure proper operating procedures
  • Responsible for submitting employee pay and addressing pay issues and wage increases

Crew Lead

Blue Raven Solar
08.2020 - 12.2021
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Operated jobs from the eastern shore of Virginia to Richmond, Virginia
  • Performed electrical and roof work for over 250 Solar Installs
  • Over 3 Megawatts of Solar Installed
  • Performed the commissioning of Solar Systems and quality checks
  • Managed the fleet of vehicles and performed regular inspections on vehicles
  • Met with Electrical and Building Inspectors in multiple cities to ensure a smooth permit inspection process
  • Organized crew meeting and ensured proper crew safety measures were followed
  • Met with OSHA when present and performed Job Hazard Analysis
  • Communicated with customers on a daily basis, creating a positive customer-business relation
  • Performed maintenance and inspection correction work
  • Ordered materials and organized a streamline process for evaluating material counts and re-usable needs

Fireman

United States Coast Guard
2018 - 2020
  • Qualified in several areas of duty, such as Auxiliary Watch standing, Security watch standing, Basic Damage control, and Detainee Watch.
  • Assisted in the on-load and off-load of thousands of gallons of fuel and oil onto a 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 board equipment.
  • Assisted in the fueling of over 50 Helicopter evolutions.
  • Maintained the Ships equipment through regular preventative maintenance and testing of equipment.
  • Operated in numerous successful interdictions missions in Columbia, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Panama, etc.

Education

Certification - NABCEP Associate Course

Green Solutions Institute
07.2024

High School Diploma -

East Coweta High School
2018

Skills

  • Equipment Installation
  • Deadline Management
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Field Operations
  • Risk Management
  • Vendor Relations
  • Electrical knowledge
  • Construction
  • Task Delegation
  • Health and safety
  • Customer Service
  • Crew Management
  • Installation planning
  • Chainsaw operation
  • Physical fitness and endurance
  • First aid certified
  • Incident command system

Certification

  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • OSHA Certifiction


Timeline

Wildland Firefighter

Pacific Oasis
04.2025 - Current

Ski Lift Operator

Steven's Pass
12.2024 - 04.2025

Regional Installation Manager

Blue Raven Solar
12.2022 - 12.2024

Field Operations Manager

Noble Solar
12.2021 - 12.2022

Crew Lead

Blue Raven Solar
08.2020 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

East Coweta High School

Fireman

United States Coast Guard
2018 - 2020

Certification - NABCEP Associate Course

Green Solutions Institute

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