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Roy Thomas

Summary

Over 12 years’ experience delivering multi-faceted trade skills in residential and commercial environments. A Focused Lead Installer with an expertise in PV systems, ESS systems and troubleshooting. Flexible and adaptable to constant change with the ability to effectively communicate with all audiences.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Battery Installer

Hooked On Solar
07.2019 - Current

• Worked on various types of roofs to inspect roof surfaces to prepare for install solar mounting devices.

• Inventoried supplies and materials for installations and repairs, documented changes and requested new inventory to meet expected demand.

• Analyzed blueprints, technical documents and customer facilities to determine appropriate locations for installation Work.

• Completed installations and inspections on both commercial and private buildings.

• Served as a liaison between customers and internal partners to understand their needs and provide excellent service.

• Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, and switches.

• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.

• Electrical wiring of solar array/system (DC and AC) in addition to installing raceways around residential applications including roofs, attics, walls insulation ofstorage systems and commissioning of job sites.

• Support other team members in the field with troubleshooting and installation of ESS and PV systems, Via phone or video call.

• Assist in tracking RMA and replacement equipment.

Laborer

Golden State Utility Co
09.2018 - 07.2019

• Handled Jackhammer and shovels construction tools and machinery to effectively complete concrete jobs and Potholes.

• Managed loading and unloading of routine Fiber shipments, maintaining organized and secure materials to minimize damage.

• Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.

• Obtained permits and organized supplies for each job.

• Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity

Expectations.

• Performed equipment inspections before and after shifts, turning in equipment logs

to Forman.

• Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.

• Laid materials such as stone, concrete and asphalt in routine and special

configurations based on project specifications.

Laborer

UC Davis
09.2017 - 01.2018

• Closely monitored project and material layouts and specifications to effectively cut, contour and bevel metal and structural shapes.

• Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and other equipment.

• Used arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas welding equipment to weld gates and frame parts safely and efficiently.

• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.

• Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.

• Worked on driveways, roads, parking lots and other projects alongside 6 -person crew.

• Operated company vehicles to collect asphalt and deliver to worksites.

Chief Engineer

Hyatt Place UC Davis
05.2014 - 09.2017

• Determined necessary steps to bring systems into compliance.

• Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.

• Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concern.

• Completed administrative duties including annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval, and weekly work schedules.

• Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.

• Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.

Maintenance Supervisor

Hampton Inn Rancho Cordova
02.2006 - 05.2014

• Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.

• Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.

• Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to reduce downtime.

• Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.

• Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.

• Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.

• Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.

• Maintained cleanliness of buildings and property.

Skills

    Repair

    AC/DC control circuitry

    Analytical Processor

    Safety Procedures

    Critical Thinking

    Skilled Collaborator

    Construction knowledge

    Work Planning and Prioritization

    Meticulous and Detail Oriented

    Team Training

    Effective Cross Functional

    Effective Communication

    Issue Analysis

    Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

    Project Support

    Design Principles and best practices

    for installation

Timeline

Lead Battery Installer

Hooked On Solar
07.2019 - Current

Laborer

Golden State Utility Co
09.2018 - 07.2019

Laborer

UC Davis
09.2017 - 01.2018

Chief Engineer

Hyatt Place UC Davis
05.2014 - 09.2017

Maintenance Supervisor

Hampton Inn Rancho Cordova
02.2006 - 05.2014
Roy Thomas