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Lionel Rodriguez

Lionel Rodriguez

Energy Specialist
Mentone,CA

Summary

Experienced manager overseeing Interconnection and Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) departments, leading the Net Energy Metering (NEM) department and Rebate Incentives (SGIP) department across all four states within our corporation, reporting directly to the CEO. Part of the executive team responsible for planning, executing policies and procedures, and resolving day-to-day challenges in our expanding organization. During tenure of over 10 years, successfully transformed the Incentive Rebate department and the Interconnection departments, resulting in increased employee retention, substantial revenue growth... Dedicated to fostering resilient company cultures by empowering stakeholders to create value, discover purpose, and thrive through initiatives such as... Leveraging expertise in green energy, providing a unique perspective on Net Energy Metering (NEM), Demand Response (DR), and Distributed Energy Resources (DER) in various residential and commercial environments, highlighting the significance of communication and diversity. Utilizing skills in strategic planning, talent acquisition, and performance management to create innovative, customized solutions that meet the changing needs of the energy industry both now and in the future. Mission is to guide businesses by implementing strategic clarity initiatives, ensuring sustainable success, and establishing a well-structured organizational framework for long-term growth. Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NEM-Interconnection & SGIP-Rebate Manager

Solar Optimum Inc
09.2020 - Current
  • Successful completion of over $2.3 million in state incentives.
  • Managed over 3,300 interconnection applications for CA in 2023.
  • Interconnection Submissions for State of California, Arizona, Nevada.
  • SGIP (Self-Generation-Incentive-Program), SDCP (San Diego Community Program, PBSR (Permanent Battery Storage Rebate) submissions
  • Coordination with city inspections & permit finals
  • Coach sales team with up to date Net Energy Metering regulations, procedures & incentive funding announcements.
  • Customer service for related pending & submitted applications
  • Attend weekly and monthly meetings with CEO, CALSSA, SGIP, SDCP, PBSR, CPUC with related topics on submissions
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Sr. Lead NEM & Solar Rebate Specialist

PETERSENDEAN INC
09.2014 - 09.2020
  • Supervise and lead a team of 12 project coordinators and metering specialists, providing training and coaching while conducting performance evaluations to continually improve efficiency and compliance with industry regulations
  • Review and execute applications for customers to receive NEM & interconnection rebates for required utilities
  • Manage Residential, Commercial, Multi-Family projects as well as the relationship between utility companies in CA, AZ, NV
  • Manage panel upgrade project, reviewing the scope of work performed, tracking and processing budgetary spending with Accounts Payable, generating a 10% profit margin on each panel upgrade, saving the company significant overhead expenses in several States
  • Review permit plot plans, SLD
  • Scheduling dig alerts with local cities with a required trench
  • Budgeting and processing all projects with Accounts Payable
  • Develop and implement consulting strategies to handle customer inquiries, effectively reducing the number of escalations at all levels of management by 10% from the previous year

Education

Associate of Arts - Information Technology

UEI COLLEGE
Ontario, CA
11.2014

High school diploma -

LOS ANGELES HIGH SCHOOL OF ARTS
Los Angeles, CA
06.1994

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Microsoft Office
  • Project Management
  • Decision-making
  • Operations management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Salesforce management
  • Scheduling and coordinating

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved customer escalations which led to positive reviews and new customer prospects.
  • Achieved state incentives by completing over 2,300 applications with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with commerical team in the development of state incentives increase company profitability.
  • Achieved EnergyToolsBase relationship effectively help with state incentive under SGIP (Self-Generation Incentive Program).
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop tracking spreadsheets for all interconnection projects for CA, NV, AZ & FL plus incentive program.

Willing To Relocate

  • Texas City, TX
  • Arizona City, AZ
  • Ohio City, OH

Certification

  • Home Battery SystemsHome Battery Systems

Panasonic North AmericaPanasonic North AmericaIssued May 2024 · Expires May 2025Issued May 2024 · Expires May 2025Credential ID 04b3-3633-fbd5-eb06

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

NEM-Interconnection & SGIP-Rebate Manager

Solar Optimum Inc
09.2020 - Current

Sr. Lead NEM & Solar Rebate Specialist

PETERSENDEAN INC
09.2014 - 09.2020

Associate of Arts - Information Technology

UEI COLLEGE

High school diploma -

LOS ANGELES HIGH SCHOOL OF ARTS
Lionel RodriguezEnergy Specialist