Blake R.

at Somos Solar
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States, MX
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency

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Clay Blair

Blake is well versed in all aspects of construction. He is a true leader and takes the time to mentor his team. He expects safety and quality and values teamwork and relationships. His experience, combined with his common sense approach and excellent leadership skills, make him an invaluable asset to any company.

Nestor Tarango

I have had the pleasure of working with Blake Richards for the last two years. Blake has always demonstrated the utmost professionalism, precision, and timely deliverables. Blake continually maintains a positive and upbeat attitude regardless of circumstance or deadline. It is people like Blake that make good companies great.

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Credentials

  • NFPA 70E Certified
    NFPA
    Feb, 2022
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed Commercial General Contractor
    State of Arkansas
    Jun, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • Level 1 sUAS Thermography
    Flir ITS
    Mar, 2019
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed Engineering Contractor
    State of Nevada
    Aug, 2015
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed Commercial General Contractor
    State of California
    Jan, 2014
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed Commercial General Contractor
    State of Utah
    Jan, 2014
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed Commercial General Contractor
    State of Colorado
    Aug, 2013
    - Nov, 2024
  • Powered Industrial Lift Truck Train the Trainer
    FEDERAL TRAINING CENTER
    Mar, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Lightning Protection
    Lightning Safety Alliance Corporation
    Apr, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Pipeline Emergency Response and Damage Prevention
    Paradigm
    Mar, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed Commercial General Contractor
    State of Arizona
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Licensed General Contractor Commercial
    State of New Mexico
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • NABCEP PV Entry Level
    NABCEP: North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
    Aug, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Wardflex Installation
    Ward Manufacturing LLC
    Jul, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Polyethylene Pipe Fusion
    Secor
    Apr, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Type I and III Refrigerant Transition and Recovery
    Pennsylvania College of Technology
    Mar, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Crane Rigging, Rigging Plan, Inspections, Application, Load Control
    Crosby Communications
    Nov, 2008
    - Nov, 2024
  • Permit Required Confined Space Competent Person
    Safety Solutions
    Apr, 2008
    - Nov, 2024
  • Excavation Safety and Competent Person
    National Utility Contractors Association
    Sep, 2007
    - Nov, 2024
  • Decision Driving
    Exelon
    Dec, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • Directional Drill Safety
    Exelon
    Dec, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • HAZCOM
    Exelon
    Dec, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • Utility Hits Prevention
    Exelon
    Dec, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • Flag Person
    California Department of Transportation
    May, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • MS Project
    EXECUTRAIN
    Feb, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • Planning and Scheduling
    Adesta, LLC
    Feb, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • Defensive Driving
    National Safety Council
    Nov, 2000
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazardous Operations and Emergency Response
    Field Sciences Institute
    Dec, 1997
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter II
    National Professional Qualifications Board
    Nov, 1989
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter I
    National Professional Qualifications Board
    Oct, 1989
    - Nov, 2024
  • OSHA 510
    U.S. Department of Labor
    Apr, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Part 107 Licensed UAS Pilot
    Federal Aviation Administration

Experience

  • Somos Solar
    • Renewable Energy Power Generation
    • 1 - 100 Employee
      • Apr 2023 - Present

      Turn-key renewable energy and alternative fuels EPC. Inclusive of all aspects of commercial, utility, and industrial construction.

      • Apr 2023 - Apr 2023

      Renewable Energy Project Development / Engineering Procurement and Construction - Utility and Commercial-Scale Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage, Green Hydrogen Generation, Methane Extraction, Water Harvesting

  • The Aspen Winter Group
    • Rio Rancho, NM
    • Founder and Multi-state Licensed General Contractor
      • Apr 2022 - Present

      Contract to Close-out Renewable Energy Consultation and Owner Representative Services to include: Contracts / SOW Review, Design, Land Development, Project Scheduling, Project Management, Pre and Post construction Planning, Civil, Mechanical , Electrical, Site Development, System Installation, Testing and Commissioning as related to Commercial and Utility-Scale PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems. (15-Years of experience) Contract to Close-out Renewable Energy Consultation and Owner Representative Services to include: Contracts / SOW Review, Design, Land Development, Project Scheduling, Project Management, Pre and Post construction Planning, Civil, Mechanical , Electrical, Site Development, System Installation, Testing and Commissioning as related to Commercial and Utility-Scale PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems. (15-Years of experience)

  • Affordable Solar
    • United States
    • Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
      • Feb 2021 - Apr 2022

      • Aug 2015 - Apr 2022

      • Jan 2014 - Apr 2022

      • Jan 2014 - Apr 2022

      • Aug 2013 - Apr 2022

      • Sep 2010 - Apr 2022

      • Sep 2010 - Apr 2022

      • Sep 2010 - Apr 2022

      Multi-State General Contractor License Holder and Qualifying Party: New Mexico, California, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Arkansas and Licensed Engineering Contractor Nevada.

      • Feb 2012 - Feb 2019

      • Sep 2010 - Nov 2018

      Management of ground-up construction and contract compliance from inception through completion. Oversight of field operations. Developer of safety programs and management of OSHA compliance. Licensed General Contractor and qualifying party. Project estimating and proposals. Drafting and distribution of request for quote documents. Project management and scheduling. Materials and equipment procurement. Management of field engineering, RFI's, submittals, and RFI response. Budgeting and estimating. Environmental Health and Safety Manager and OSHA instructor. Heavy equipment instructor and certifier. Show less

      • Dec 2013 - Dec 2013

  • TLC Plumbing & Utility
    • United States
    • Utilities
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Superintendent
      • May 2005 - Sep 2010

  • National Professional Qualifications Board for the Fire Service
    • Firefighter I/II
      • Dec 1989 - 2009

      Certified Firefighter/EMT Certified Firefighter/EMT

  • US Navy
    • United States
    • Armed Forces
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Field Operator
      • Apr 1986 - Jul 1991

      Letters of Commendation and SOQ Selection. Letters of Commendation and SOQ Selection.

Education

  • Louisiana State University
    Fire Science
  • New Mexico State University
    Certified OSHA Safety Professional

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