OSCAR MEDINA
Waterbury
Summary
Dedicated Volunteer Firefighter and Solar Panel Installer with military experience, skilled in emergency response and renewable energy initiatives. Led teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency. Committed to enhancing community safety through effective teamwork and proactive engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Middlebury Fire Department
Middlebury
05.2026 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and provided rapid assistance during fire incidents.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during training and real-life scenarios.
- Conducted fire safety inspections to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Participated in community outreach programs to educate the public on fire safety.
- Collaborated with team members during drills to enhance response efficiency.
- Supported incident command by documenting actions taken during emergency responses.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.
- Developed strategies for containment of fires based on environmental factors such as wind direction and fuel sources.
Solar Panel Installer
Tesla
East Granby
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Installed solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops.
- Conducted site assessments for optimal panel placement and energy efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe installation practices.
- Maintained tools and equipment for high-quality performance and safety standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting system issues during installations or maintenance visits.
- Communicated with clients to explain installation processes and timelines clearly.
- Followed local building codes and regulations during all installation projects.
- Installed solar panels safely in extreme hot and cold weather, in confined crawl spaces and on roofs of multi-story buildings.
- Laid out and installed mounting hardware, such as brackets, bolts, and screws.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site prior to arrival.
- Connected wiring from the solar panels to inverters or other components in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Attended training sessions regularly in order to stay current on safety procedures and product knowledge.
- Monitored weather conditions during installation processes for potential risks.
- Inspected work sites prior to installation to ensure that all necessary materials were present.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working at heights or around electricity sources.
- Coordinated with team members on all aspects of project completion, including scheduling installations and deliveries.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with existing PV systems to determine repair needs.
- Tested connections between components for proper functionality after installation was complete.
Solar Installer
Dyna Inc.
Manchester
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics prior to beginning work on an installation project.
- Installed photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial roofs, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Evaluated job sites for suitability for solar panel installations, taking into account structural integrity, shading patterns, local weather conditions.
- Adhered to OSHA standards when operating ladders or working at heights during installation process.
- Utilized knowledge of electrical wiring to connect solar panels to the grid safely and efficiently.
- Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics.
- May include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules.
- May perform minor electrical work such as current checks.
- Transitioned from military service and learned how to install solar at a rapid pace, held right hand position which I was promoted in less than 90 days and was soon to be a lead if company didn't shut down.
Solar Panel Installer
Earthlight
Ellington
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Installed solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops.
- Conducted site assessments for optimal panel placement and energy efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe installation practices.
- Maintained tools and equipment for high-quality performance and safety standards.
- Trained new installers on best practices and safety protocols.
- Assisted in troubleshooting system issues during installations or maintenance visits.
- Communicated with clients to explain installation processes and timelines clearly.
- Followed local building codes and regulations during all installation projects.
- Installed solar panels safely in extreme hot and cold weather, in confined crawl spaces and on roofs of multi-story buildings.
- Laid out and installed mounting hardware, such as brackets, bolts, and screws.
Solar Installer
Elite Energy Consulting
Rockyhill
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Installed solar panels on residential rooftops following safety protocols.
- Conducted site assessments to determine optimal solar panel placement.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment for efficient installation processes.
- Provided customer support during the installation process and addressed concerns.
- Trained new employees on safety practices and installation techniques.
- Assisted in troubleshooting system issues during installations and repairs.
- Reviewed project plans to ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.
- Assembled and installed racking components, mounting hardware, inverters, junction boxes, combiner boxes, disconnects, breakers. in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Reviewed blueprints or schematics before beginning any installation work.
- Performed panel installations using specific hand and power tools.
Infantry Mortarman
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Duties include operating and maintaining weapons, such as rifles, machine guns, mortars, and hand grenades; locating, constructing, and camouflaging infantry positions and equipment; evaluating terrain and recording topographical information; operating and maintaining field communications equipment; assessing need for and directing supporting fire; placing explosives and performing minesweeping activities on land; and participating in basic reconnaissance operations.
- Forward deployed twice to Japan and South Korea.
- Operated mortars in support of ground forces during combat operations.
- Conducted fire direction control to ensure accurate targeting of enemy positions.
- Collaborated with unit leaders to develop tactical plans for missions.
- Trained and mentored junior Marines in mortar operations and safety protocols.
- Maintained and inspected mortar equipment for operational readiness.
- Assisted in reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy locations.
- Coordinated logistics for ammunition supply and transport during deployments.
- Implemented safety measures during live-fire exercises to protect personnel and equipment.
Education
Diploma -
Crosby
Waterbury, Connecticut06-2015
Skills
- Ability to work independently
- Strong problem solving and decision making
- Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize job tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively with many levels of the organization
- Leadership and motivational abilities
- Proactive and organized work style
- Able to work effectively under varying weather conditions
- Maintaining safety
- Site assessment
- System design
- Worksite safety
- Site analysis
Certification
Osha 10
Languages
Spanish, Intermediate
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Middlebury Fire Department
05.2026 - Current
Solar Panel Installer
Tesla
08.2025 - 12.2025
Solar Installer
Dyna Inc.
07.2024 - 06.2025
Solar Panel Installer
Earthlight
04.2024 - 07.2024
Solar Installer
Elite Energy Consulting
05.2023 - 03.2024
Infantry Mortarman
United States Marine Corps
06.2019 - 06.2023
Diploma -
Crosby