Robert Van Ess
Crestview,FL
Summary
I am a firm believer in renewable energy. I have been in the solar industry for a few years now. My knowledge from other trades has transcended well into the solar industry. I hope to continue to help our country become more sustainable by using renewable energy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical General Foreman
Blattner Energy
Avon, MN
06.2022 - Current
- Managed multiple below ground and above ground tasks.
- Generated weekly production reports for the superintendent.
- Worked directly with site management to maintain workflow and provide a quality product to each owner group that we work with.
- Managed multiple foreman and their tasks to provide each team with everything needed to complete their tasks in a timely manner.
- Provided insight and planning to management for current and future sites.
- Established positive relationships with vendors providing supplies or materials necessary for jobs.
- Scheduled materials, tools, equipment, inspections, and personnel required for completion of each task or project.
- Prepared cost estimates for customers based on labor hours and material costs.
Electrical Foreman
Signal Energy
Chattanooga, TN
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Electrical Foreman over DC wire install, DC Combiner box install, Inverter skid sets, Insulation testing (Megger), and MV terminations
- Trained apprentices on the proper use of tools, techniques, safety procedures, and blueprint reading.
- Conducted regular meetings with employees to discuss any issues or problems related to their job duties.
Electrical Foreman
Mortenson Construction
Locust Grove, VA
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Supervised multiple tasks such as Inverter Station Sets, DC terminations (Combiner boxes and Inverters), MV terminations, Cab line installation, DC and MV underground installation, IV curve and VOC testing, Transformer testing (Winding Resistance, TTR, and Power Factor), and Commissioning
- Reported directly to superintendents to address constraints and concerns daily
- Addressed hazards before starting work with JHA and continuous reviews throughout the day as conditions changed
- Trained multiple employees in proper installation techniques and electrical codes
Commissioning Technician
SEC / First Solar
Bartow, FL
04.2012 - 12.2017
- Performed testing on equipment after installation to ensure proper functioning
- Kept records of testing for quality control
- Performed troubleshooting of equipment and wiring as necessary to maintain proper operating standards
- Maintained and replaced broken or malfunctioning equipment and materials
- Directly communicated with management to solve issues immediately
- Installed grounding components
Elevator Mechanic
Delaware Elevator
Salisbury, Maryland
12.2007 - 03.2012
- Started as an elevator apprentice and after 4 years of school plus on the job training became an elevator foreman
- Maintenance of elevator machinery and electrical components
- Installation of wiring and electrical panels
- Followed OSHA and NAEC safety guidelines
- Travelled to multiple States for projects
- Maintained quality installation techniques to meet Federal and State standards
- Remained available for emergency situations to troubleshoot and repair failed equipment
- Completed all training in safety and rescue scenarios
- Worked directly with customers to fix issues
Education
Pocomoke High School
12.2006
Journeyman License - Electrical
TDLR
TexasSkills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Computer operation
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Schematics
- Electrical experience
- Blueprint reading
- Power tools
- Construction management
- Equipment repair
- Low voltage
- Construction
- Troubleshooting
- Cabling
- Quality Assurance
- NEC
- High Voltage
- Fabrication
Timeline
Electrical General Foreman
Blattner Energy
06.2022 - Current
Electrical Foreman
Signal Energy
01.2022 - 09.2022
Electrical Foreman
Mortenson Construction
01.2018 - 12.2021
Commissioning Technician
SEC / First Solar
04.2012 - 12.2017
Elevator Mechanic
Delaware Elevator
12.2007 - 03.2012
Pocomoke High School
Journeyman License - Electrical
TDLR