Andrew Oja
About Andrew Oja
Andrew Oja is a Corporate Site Technician Trainer at Sunrun, where he conducts training on various topics related to site technician roles. He has a background in renewable technology and has held multiple positions in the solar industry, along with experience in training and development.
Work at Sunrun
Andrew Oja currently serves as a Corporate Site Technician Trainer at Sunrun, a position he has held since 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he conducts training sessions on various topics, including Site Technician New Hire orientation, Drone Pilot operations, and Safety Protocols. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Solar Site Technician from 2019 to 2021 and as a Solar Site Technician for four months in 2018. His experience at Sunrun includes a focus on enhancing training materials and adapting them for both in-person and virtual classes.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Oja studied at Illinois State University, where he earned a Master of Science (MS) in Technology from 2017 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Renewable Energy, which he completed from 2012 to 2016. His academic background has fostered a strong passion for renewable technology, which he has integrated into his professional endeavors, particularly in training and development within the solar industry.
Background
Before joining Sunrun, Andrew Oja gained experience at Illinois State University, where he worked as a Lobby Shop and Braden Box Office Graduate Assistant from 2017 to 2018. He also held the position of Braden Box Office Student Manager from 2015 to 2016. These roles contributed to his leadership skills and provided a foundation for his interest in training and development, which he has since pursued in his current role at Sunrun.
Achievements in Training and Development
Andrew Oja has played a significant role in improving and conducting new hire site technician training across the United States for a period of 6-8 months. His work has focused on enhancing training materials and methodologies, reflecting his commitment to effective training practices. He has experience in creating and adapting training content at a corporate level, ensuring that new hires are well-prepared for their roles in the solar industry.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Andrew Oja is proficient in multiple software tools that support his work in training and development. He has practiced using Trifacta Wrangler, RapidMiner, Precision Tree, and @Risk, along with Microsoft Suite, Salesforce, and Google Suite. This technical expertise complements his training initiatives and enhances his ability to deliver effective educational content to site technicians.