OSWALD REID
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Results-driven solar installer with a proven track record of excellence in the industry for over four years. Backed by a strong background in residential electrical work spanning seven years, effectively augmenting skill set. Demonstrates exceptional aptitude in swiftly comprehending new concepts, employing proactive approaches for efficient problem-solving. Embodies unwavering commitment to fostering a cohesive team environment and perpetually contributes to collective triumph.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Panel Installer
Pfister Energy
Hawthorne, NJ
07.2023 - Current
- Installed over 17 megawatts large-scale commercial solar PV systems, including rooftop arrays on warehouses, office buildings, and ground mounts.
- Routed and secured AC/DC electrical wiring from PV modules to inverters, combiner boxes, and service panels.
- Installed fixed-tilt and ballasted racking systems, ensuring structural integrity and alignment per engineering specs.
- Conducted insulation resistance and continuity testing on electrical components to ensure system integrity before commissioning.
- Ensured full compliance with OSHA and NEC standards across all phases of installation.
Solar Panel Installer
VENTURE SOLAR
Brooklyn, NY
11.2018 - 05.2023
- Installed commercial solar arrays up to 500kW on institutional buildings, municipal rooftops, and large-scale properties.
- Built and aligned mounting systems on EPDM, TPO, and metal roofs using mechanical and ballast-based solutions.
- Pulled wire through EMT and rigid conduit runs and performed terminations into disconnects, inverters, and switchgear.
- Collaborated with project managers to stage materials, inspect job readiness, and ensure timely install completion.
- Troubleshot electrical issues related to solar panel installation and implemented swift resolutions.
Junior Mechanic
Broadway Electric Service Corporation
New York, NY
02.2010 - 08.2017
- Supported licensed electricians in installing complete electrical systems in commercial buildings and retail sites.
- Laid out and installed conduit pathways (EMT, RMC) for power distribution, lighting, and mechanical systems.
- Wired electrical panels, transformers, and switchgear with precise adherence to blueprints and code requirements.
- Participated in commercial buildouts requiring coordinated electrical rough-in and finish work under tight timelines.
- Maintained clean, organized job sites and implemented site safety practices in line with OSHA standards.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Electrical Engineering
Berk Business And Trade
New York, NY02-2002
Electrical
HARRY VAN ARSDALE
Brooklyn, NY06-1998
Skills
- Rooftop mounting systems
- Module and array layouts
- PV system installation
- Professional demeanor
- Analytical thinking
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Solar Panel Installer
Pfister Energy
07.2023 - Current
Solar Panel Installer
VENTURE SOLAR
11.2018 - 05.2023
Junior Mechanic
Broadway Electric Service Corporation
02.2010 - 08.2017
Graduate Certificate - Electrical Engineering
Berk Business And Trade
Electrical
HARRY VAN ARSDALE