Chester Hitz
About Chester Hitz
Chester Hitz is a Senior Data Scientist at Redaptive, Inc, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in data analytics and energy efficiency, with previous roles at Apple and Redaptive, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from The University of British Columbia.
Work at Redaptive
Chester Hitz has been employed at Redaptive, Inc since 2022, currently holding the position of Senior Data Scientist. His role focuses on leveraging data science techniques to enhance energy efficiency initiatives. Prior to this position, he served as a Data Analytics Manager from 2019 to 2022 and as an Energy Savings Analyst from 2018 to 2019, contributing to various projects aimed at optimizing energy consumption. His extensive experience at Redaptive spans over four years, during which he has developed a strong understanding of the company's objectives and methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Chester Hitz holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Geography from The University of British Columbia, where he studied from 2010 to 2015. He furthered his education in data science by completing the Data Science Career Track at Springboard from 2017 to 2018. His expertise includes data visualization using Plotly, managing large datasets with Amazon Web Services (AWS), and applying Time Series Analysis to optimize energy consumption patterns. This educational background supports his current role in data-driven decision-making within the energy sector.
Background
Before joining Redaptive, Chester Hitz gained experience as a GIS Technician at Apple via Apex Systems from 2015 to 2016. He also worked at Dillon Consulting Limited as a Summer & Fall SHaRP Team Leader in 2014. His academic journey at The University of British Columbia provided him with a solid foundation in geography, which complements his data science skills. Chester's diverse background in both technical and leadership roles has equipped him with a unique perspective on data analysis and energy efficiency.
Professional Experience Prior to Redaptive
Chester Hitz's professional experience includes significant roles prior to his current position at Redaptive. He worked as a GIS Technician at Apple for one year, where he developed skills in geographic information systems. Additionally, he served as a Summer & Fall SHaRP Team Leader at Dillon Consulting Limited in 2014. His earlier role at Redaptive as an Energy Savings Analyst and later as a Data Analytics Manager allowed him to build expertise in energy efficiency analytics, preparing him for his current role as Senior Data Scientist.