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Tristan Vlam

Tristan Vlam

Austin,TX

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Tesla, adept in operations management and team leadership. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering cross-functional collaboration, achieving significant improvements in productivity and safety. Skilled in strategic planning and problem-solving, driving sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor of Operations

Tesla
10.2021 - Current
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, offering constructive feedback designed to promote growth within their roles.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement and implement beneficial changes across the organization.
  • Adapted quickly to changing business needs, ensuring the operations team was always prepared for any shifts in demand or industry trends.
  • Managed scheduling and workload distribution, maximizing productivity without overwhelming team members or compromising quality of work.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Reduced expenses for the department by optimizing resource allocation and closely monitoring budgets.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in the workplace.
  • Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.

Construction Crew Leader

Tesla
08.2019 - 10.2021
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Established a positive working environment that promoted collaboration, teamwork, and mutual respect among crew members.
  • Improved project efficiency by delegating tasks and managing construction crew schedules.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Enhanced safety on job sites by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA regulations and company policies.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately calculating requirements and optimizing usage throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping of project data by maintaining thorough documentation throughout all phases of the installation process.
  • Determined connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting PV systems with utility services or other power generation sources.

Solar Installer

Tesla
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and job plans, verified measurements and checked site conditions before installing any panels.
  • Ran wires and set up support structures for panels.
  • Contributed to the growth of the company''s reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality installations that exceeded client expectations.
  • Utilized advanced tools and equipment to efficiently install solar panels, inverters, racking systems, and related components for optimal system performance.
  • Installed panels using hand and power tools.
  • Completed complex solar installations for residential clients, resulting in reduced energy costs and increased sustainability.
  • Used drawings, schematics, and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
  • Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
  • Troubleshot electrical issues related to solar panel installation and implemented swift resolutions.
  • Tested system wiring layouts, grounds, and terminations to finalize installations.

Director of Operations

Rent - A - Horn Valet
03.2012 - 11.2018
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
  • Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
  • Drove revenue growth through the identification of new market opportunities and the expansion of existing products/services offerings.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by enforcing compliance with established regulations, policies, procedures, as well as conducting regular auditschecks.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.

Education

Associate of Science - Advanced Technologies

Austin Community College
Austin, TX
05-2018

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Operations Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Staff Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Training
  • Performance Management

Certification

  • Journeyman Electrician License - Texas Licensing Board.

Timeline

Supervisor of Operations

Tesla
10.2021 - Current

Construction Crew Leader

Tesla
08.2019 - 10.2021

Solar Installer

Tesla
10.2018 - 10.2019

Director of Operations

Rent - A - Horn Valet
03.2012 - 11.2018

Associate of Science - Advanced Technologies

Austin Community College

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