ZACHARY J DOWNS
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Experience
Inspections Coordinator Electrical Apprentice, Sun Run 2015 - 2017
Review blueprints and plans to ensure solar panels adhered to code and were installed according to technical specifications .
Troubleshoot technical issues to ensure high percentage of permit passing during the first round of inspections.
Communicate and coordinate with City and County Officials to reschedule and recertify to ensure code compliance for passing of permits. Knowledge of complex residential solar panel inspection specifications to ensure compliance and pass permits with Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, San Benito County, Santa Cruz County, and San Francisco County. Key Account Sales Consultant - Solar City
2013 - 2015
Inspected and reviewed roofs to determine eligibility for solar panel installation Created plans and optimized solar panel installation based on roof type and surrounding environment
Communicate with installation crews and homeowners to establish timelines and ensure permit certifications with cities within Santa Clara County Inside Sales Account Manager and Direct Sales, Comcast 2011 - 2013
Account sales specialist
Troubleshoot technical issues with customers and assign repair crews as needed Full sales cycle with complete account management throughout customer experience.
Termite (Wood Destroying Organism) Sales Inspector, Orkin Pest Control
2007 - 2011
Certified with the state of California in Wood Destroying Organisms Vast knowledge of residential building construction required for state certification, ability to verify structural soundness and integrity of floor and ceiling joists Make recommendations and create bids for customers to ensure reconstruction of damaged framing, joists, and exterior features
Diagnose, assess, draw plans for rebuilding any structural damage incurred by termites, molds, or fungus
Head of Operations, Cawthon Construction
2004 - 2007
Build and remodel homes was in charge of all aspects of a small business. Knowledge of new construction codes, laws, and regulations Managed timelines keeping in constant communication with the Homeowner and crews to ensure transparency and keep the momentum of the project moving forward . Conducted inspections during construction and completion phase to ensure adherence to building codes
Education
2015 IRC Residential Building Inspector Certification, International Code Council
January 17 - Present
Online Course offered through ICC Campus Online
California Certified Wood Destroying Organism License 2007 - 2011
International Business Major, San Francisco State University 1996 - 1998
Las Positas Community College, General Education 1994 - 1996
Strengths
Knowledge Of Local Codes
In progress of learning and acquiring California and ICC certifications On the job experience interpreting, analyzing, and learning codes of various local Counties and Cities
Ability To
Read Blueprint and Plan Checking
Supervise Solar Panel Installation
Read Line Drawings
Verify Technical Specifications
Experience with
Plan checking
Masonry
General Provisions
General Contractor Knowledge
Heating and Cooling System Installation
Appliance installations
Electrical Wiring and Breaker installation
Voltage and Amperage
Ground Fault Protection
Fire and Sprinkler Systems
Panel Boards
Branch Circuit Readings
Load calculations
Posses Valid CA Drivers License
Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills