David M. Rowland

Experience

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  Outdoor Solutions

  Jun 2003 - Dec 2006

  Business Owner

  Started and managed a licensed landscape contracting business. Supervised a crew of one to two workers on a daily basis. Designed, constructed, and maintained complete residential landscapes that included irrigation systems, patios, and arbors.

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  Borrego Solar

  Mar 2007 - Feb 2009

  Foreman

  Supervised construction of grid-tied residential and commercial PV systems, including collaboration with homeowners, inspectors, roofers, and general contractors.

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  Solar Technologies

  Mar 2010 - May 2011

  Foreman

  Oversaw planning and onsite construction of residential and commercial PV systems ranging from 4-100 kW. Managed crews of 2-5 workers on a daily basis, ensuring site safety while interfacing with homeowners, subcontractors, and inspectors.

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  Trina Solar

  May 2011 - now

  Technical Services Manager

  I enjoy my multifaceted role at Trina Solar, the leading global supplier of crystalline silicon PV modules. Having visited solar installations large and small across the country, I have unique hands on experience helping my company resolve issues that arise with photovoltaic module installation, as well as advising customers and Trina sales staff on how to prevent problems from developing. I work closely with the sales, marketing, logistics, and legal teams to reach complex mutually beneficial contracts and master supply agreements with key customers. Additionally, I appreciate the opportunity to interact with customers by providing both pre and post-sales support.Other responsibilities include:• Technical services: provide any and all assistance with technical issues; analyze and document the compatibility of Trina’s products with other system components; field verify product installation for technical compliance• Warranty specialist: evaluate all warranty claims in the Americas region; assess and approve all Trina Americas contracts for warranty and quality terms; negotiate non-standard warranty provisions with customers; arrange lab testing for project specific modules; manage special damage control projects• Product management: coordinate new product development with partner companies to ensure critical system components compatibility and availability• Outreach and Marketing: demonstrate the correct use of products at trade shows and marketing events; deliver technical training talks to distribution customers Show less