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mtvSolar is among the Mid-Atlantic’s most experienced solar and battery installers with a professional, employee-focused work environment.

Our leadership supports employees every step of the way in advancing each person’s solar career and each person’s growth. 

Our headquarters is located in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia with a full office and warehouse presence and we have a satellite office in Winchester, Virginia. Our installation team and our electricians meet daily at our Berkeley Springs headquarters to prepare for each job. We prioritize a work environment that both gets jobs done and respects each employee.

Whether you have deep solar experience or you are new to the solar industry, we would love to connect with you. 

Our employees receive benefits including, but not limited to:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Personal Days
  • Paid Time Off
  • Business Casual Work Environment
  • Remote Work Possibilities
  • Professional Training and Certification Opportunities (including electrical, NABCEP, and more)
  • Employee and Family-Oriented Atmosphere
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Mountain View Solar has an immediate opening for an experienced solar installer on our mechanical team. Candidates
must have a technical understanding of solar mounting systems.

In this role, you will:
● Assemble and Install Solar Systems: Build solar module frames, panels, and support structures following industry
standards and ensuring efficient system operation.
● Site Assessment and Preparation: Identify optimal locations for solar panel placement, considering factors like
electrical connections, safety, and environmental impact.
● Safety and Maintenance: Recognize and address potential electrical and environmental hazards associated with
solar installations. Perform routine maintenance tasks like cleaning panels, checking weather seals, and
maintaining system components.
● Equipment Management: Maintain company vehicles and trailers, ensuring cleanliness and organization. Keep
tools and equipment well-stocked and in good working condition.

Please send your resume to jobs@mtvsolar.com.

mtvSolar is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive assistant to join our dynamic team. This versatile role is the central hub for administrative, operational, and technical support, ensuring smooth workflows across multiple departments. The ideal candidate is a master of multitasking, a clear communicator, and possesses a strong ability to manage projects from start to finish. You will be instrumental in maintaining our standards of professionalism, efficiency, and customer satisfaction by supporting our sales, marketing, and technical teams. The primary function of the role is to assist other managers with administrative overhead.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Office Management

  • Front Office Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for the company, greeting visitors, managing incoming and outgoing calls, and directing inquiries to the appropriate departments.
  • Mail and Inventory: Handle all incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries. Maintain inventory and order necessary office supplies and equipment.
  • Data Management: Accurately input and maintain project data, including customer details, equipment serial numbers, and installation dates, into our project management system (Mission Control) and Salesforce Data Entry.
  • Operational & Process Management
  • Internal Process Documentation (SOPs): Collaborate with department leads to develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for key administrative and operational workflows, promoting consistency and quality.
  • Project Closeout & Welcome Packets: Assemble and standardize comprehensive welcome packets for homeowners post-installation, compiling warranty documents, system manuals, monitoring instructions, and maintenance guides into a professional package.
  • Client Coordination: Notify clients 3 days in advance that we’re showing up for install or service.
  • Training Module Preparation: Organize and format instructional materials and presentations provided by other departments into structured, user-friendly training modules within Google Classroom.

Sales and Technical Support

  • Financing & Rebate Administration: Assist the sales team by pre-filling financing applications and paperwork for local, state, and federal rebates, ensuring accuracy and completeness to streamline the customer experience.
  • SREC Registration: Assist customers in applying for SRECs with our various SREC authorities.
  • Maintenance Agreement Tracking: Manage the customer maintenance agreement database, track service schedules, and generate monthly reports for the Service Manager identifying customers due for preventative maintenance.

Marketing & Brand Management

  • Customer Testimonial Management: Monitor online review platforms and internal feedback channels to catalog positive customer reviews and testimonials for use in marketing materials.
  • Competitor and Market Research: Conduct periodic research on competitor marketing activities and industry trends, summarizing findings to help inform our strategic decisions.
  • Grant Application Support: Assist in preparing grant proposals by compiling supporting documentation, gathering company data, and ensuring all required attachments are correctly formatted.

Qualifications and Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and an impeccable eye for detail.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written communication skills.
  • High proficiency with Google Workspace.
  • Experience with data entry in CRM or project management software.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Familiarity with system monitoring portals is a bonus.

What We Offer

  • Compensation & Benefits: 401k, health, dental, vision insurance, PTO.
  • Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees and offer opportunities for professional development.

About Mountain View Solar

Mountain View Solar (mtvSolar) is a certified MBE/DBE small business enterprise, proudly serving the mid-Atlantic region. We are headquartered in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia and offer a positive and supportive work environment.

Ready to make a difference?

Please submit your resume to jobs@mtvsolar.com.

 

mtvSolar, a leading provider of solar and battery storage solutions, seeks a skilled and motivated Solar Energy Electrician
to join our growing team.

mtvSolar is the region’s longest running solar and battery storage company with unmatched workmanship and attention to
detail. Our installations run the full spectrum, with residential, commercial, and municipal work forming the majority of
our installations. Our primary service area is the WV panhandle, Western MD, PA and Northern VA with occasional work
outside the area.

In this role, you will:
● Install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar photovoltaic (PV) systems: Work with various brands like SolarEdge,
enPhase, Tesla, and Schneider Electric to ensure efficient system operation.
● Electrical Expertise: Demonstrate a strong understanding of electrical principles, including AC/DC circuits, safe
electrical practices, and proper use of multimeters.
● Site Work: Perform on-site electrical tasks related to solar panel installation, including wiring, inverter connection,
and system testing.
● Customer Focus: Collaborate effectively with customers to understand their needs and ensure a positive
experience.
● Technical Skills: Utilize specialized tools and equipment for solar PV installations.
● Adherence to Standards: Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety regulations throughout the installation
process.
● Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed records of all work performed.

Qualifications:
● Experience in the electrical field, preferably with solar PV installations.
● Strong understanding of electrical safety procedures.
● Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
● Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a DOT background check.
● Reliable transportation.
● Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
● OSHA 10 hour or better certification card required.
● Ability to work in various weather conditions and lift at least 50 lbs.
● Basic IT knowledge and a willingness to learn new technologies.
● Strong ability to understand and interpret technical manuals.
● Excellent written communication skills for daily safety reports and progress updates.
● Professional appearance and demeanor.

What We Offer:
● Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay, paid travel, per diem, and on-the-job training are included.
● Equipment Provided: All necessary tools and safety gear will be provided.
● Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees and offer opportunities for professional development.

Mountain View Solar (mtvSolar) is a certified MBE/DBE small business enterprise, proudly serving the mid-Atlantic region.
We are headquartered in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia and offer a positive and supportive work environment.

Visit our careers page at https://mtvsolar.com/employment-application/ and apply today!

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Kate Shunney

Kate Shunney joined mtvSolar in November of 2023 as a part-time member of the sales and marketing team. Kate was raised in Morgan County and returned to Berkeley Springs after graduate school. She is the editor of the local newspaper, the mother of two teenage sons and likes to hike and take pictures of native wildflowers.

Ryan Beauford

Ryan Beauford joined mtvSolar in April of 2025 after serving in the U.S. Army. Originally from Louisiana, Ryan is married and has a son and daughter and two dogs. When he’s not on the mtvSolar crew, he enjoys fishing and spending time with his family. He looks forward to adding more solar knowledge to his valuable experience to advance in the future.

Jack Cibula

Jack Cibula joined mtvSolar’s team in October of 2023 after working construction and as an Assistant Superintendent for contractors. He’s worked in the sustainable industries for years, from commercial green roofs to sustainable energy systems. When he’s not working on the Commercial Mechanical team, Jack might be found golfing, fishing or working out. His future goals are to expand his family’s Stonescapes business, to add new solar certifications to his professional skills and keep growing with mtvSolar’s commercial department.

Luxious Burleson

Luxious Burleson joined mtvSolar in January of 2025, entering the solar industry after working as a line painting truck operator and a carpenter at Camp David. Calling Martinsburg, WV his hometown, Luxious then moved to Pennsylvania then back to the Mountain State again. He shares his life with his girlfriend and their two cats, Baby and Pumpkin. When Luxious isn’t on the job, he enjoys writing music and playing a variety of instruments. His future aspiration is to earn a Master Electrician’s license, buy some property and start a family.

Will McKechnie

Will McKechnie started working at mtvSolar in early 2025 as an office assistant, having made the leap from five years of warehouse work for Amazon. Will calls the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia his home, just a hop away from mtvSolar’s headquarters. When he’s not managing office tasks for the company, Will loves to cook and be part of anything musical. He’s the proud dad of a daughter and shares their home with a large German Shepherd/Pitbull dog named Bear and an orange tabby named Oliver! His goal is to provide for his daughter and prepare her for future success in life!

Britton Buckham 

Britton was born in Doylestown, Pa. but lived in Maryland before settling in West VIrginia with his girlfriend and their baby boy. When he’s not being Dad or leading a commercial project, Britton could be found gardening, working on a project and generally keeping his adrenalin flowing! His goal is to build mtvSolar as the best commercial outfit in the region, to finish his electrical training to become a Master Electrician and to keep learning new and different solar and renewable energy technologies like wind and hydroelectricity.

Bo Frederick joined mtvSolar as our Warehouse/Fleet Manager in July of 2024. Prior to joining the solar industry, he worked in warehousing for eight years, for a furniture factory for 13 years and for a poly coating firm for two years. He brings a diverse set of skills to mtvSolar and hopes to use those skills to add functionality and organization to the growing company. Bo was born in Morgantown, calls Martinsburg his hometown and then moved to Berkeley Springs. When he’s not sorting out our inventory and vehicle challenges, Bo likes to hike, travel, go to the beach and play sports. He and his wife Megan have three children and a dog named Bruce Wayne!

Robert Yancey joined mtvSolar in April of 2025 on the Commercial Installation team. Before coming into the solar field, Robert worked in the traditional construction trades. When he’s not on the job adding solar for our commercial partners, Robert uses his construction skills to help renovate his wife’s grandmother’s historic home, which dates to 1850! Calling Winchester, Va. his hometown, Robert now lives in Woodstock with his wife Kasey and their three dogs, Bella, a pit, and Roxy and Titan, their Rottweilers. His goal for the future is to continue to learn the solar industry and grow his knowledge to advance in the field.



Stuart Smith

Stuart Smith joined mtvSolar in May of 2024 after working for himself in the solar industry doing sales, installation and surveys. He’s been in the solar business since July of 2011, watching it change and grow. Stuart is from Hagerstown, Md. where he lives with his wife and son and two cats, Rocco and Dottie. When not helping customers design their solar dreams, Stuart might be found on the racetrack, as an amateur road racer with the Sports Car Club of America, or metal detecting or spinning records as a DJ! For the future, Stuart envisions growing with mtvSolar as it becomes West Virginia’s #1 Solar Company!

Karleigh Dodson

Karleigh joined mtvSolar in December 2022 as the company’s Accounts Payable clerk. She saw an opportunity to grow her skillset in a growing industry that makes a positive impact on the planet.

She said she knew right away she’d made the right decision to join the company, which feels like a family.

Karleigh is from Hancock, Md. and now lives in Berkeley Springs, WV with her husband, two daughters and two dogs.

When she’s not working, you can find Karleigh outdoors with friends and family, making new memories or enjoying delicious food. She also enjoys watching mystery, drama or reality TV shows.

Karleigh’s favorite quotes comes from Theodore Roosevelt: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

If she could change one thing about the world, it would be for everyone to be kind and accepting of one another, regardless of our differences. Our differences are what make us unique and that is what makes the world such a great place. How boring would it be if we were all the same?

Kasey Yancey

Kasey joined mtvSolar in October of 2022 after working in the banking industry for Navy Federal Credit Union for six years. Before that, she worked with adults with disabilities to help them volunteer in their communities. Kasey comes from Shenandoah County, Va., where she calls Strasburg her hometown. Currently, she and husband Robert (who works on our Commercial Install team) are living in Woodstock, Va. renovating Kasey’s grandmother’s 1850 home! The couple also shares their home with three dogs – Bella, a pit, and Roxy and Titan, their Rottweilers. When Kasey isn’t managing mtvSolar’s many demands, she loves to walk her dogs, read and restore her family’s historic home. In the future, Kasey wants to keep growing with the mtvSolar family. She moved from office assistant to residential project manager and hopes to keep adding to her expertise and professional development.

 

Natalie Grantham Friend

Natalie joined mtvSolar in July 2022 as a Solar PV Consultant. She was looking for an opportunity to use her electrician skills in a creative way and is naturally a people person.

Natalie lives in Kearneysville, WV with her three children — Nell, Lew and Sam — and their Chocolate Lab, Finn. They live on her family’s farm, the Bi-Centenial Farm. As a solar consultant, Natalie hopes to get solar on as many farms as possible.

When she’s not working at mtvSolar or on farm-related endeavors, she likes to socialize outdoors with family and friends. If she’s inside, you might find Natalie binge-watching comedy specials or making one of her killer care-packages.

Natalie’s favorite quote is from Bishop Desmond Tutu: “There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they’re falling in.”

Two changes she’d wish to see in the world is for people to realize we all have more in common than we are different, and for everyone to know where their food comes from.

Casey Feezle

Casey Feezle joined mtvSolar in December of 2022 as Solar PV Consultant. His eagerness to join mtvSolar stemmed almost entirely from the company culture, which he said was an inviting group of people with the most “electrifying” positive energy he’d seen.  He said he’s very excited to work for a company so passionate about helping their employees grow, both personally and professionally.

Casey lives in Winchester with his fiance, who is a world-traveling opera singer, their three cats — Salem, Baron and Potts — a dog, Oliver. 

When he’s not helping customers with solar, Casey is active in the wine community, which is his first passion. He is a Certified Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers, helps people with private curation, wine tours, and private tastings. He’s also a TAMS certified Bartender and Mixologists. 

Casey’s favorite quotes is from Beverly Sills: “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.”

In addition to being a wine expert, Casey is also incredibly ambidextrous!

In his downtime, he likes to watch Stranger Things, The Golden Girls, Survivor, Chopped, Spartacus, The 100, Jane the Virgin and other shows.

In the next few years, he plans to become a Master Sommelier, own his own distribution company, and be amongst the top sales people  at mtvSolar.

One change he would like to see in the world would be for people to have a greater sense of empathy, to listen carefully before making the commitment to judge another.

 

Bob Marggraf

Bob has more than 20 years of senior level executive responsibility as CEO and COO of a number of companies from start up organizations to international companies with annual revenues in excess of $200 Million. Over his career Bob has raised venture capital in excess $170 Million for a number of startup companies, led several M&A transactions and as an investment banker with the McLean Group he advised and facilitated merger and acquisition work for a number of clients. He has also done a number of turnarounds and restructuring in a variety of industries including stabilizing a large not for profit involving more than 25 international organizations.


At mtv Solar Bob supports the team in the development of larger commercial accounts, financing, capital formation , organization development and creation of new service offerings. He began working with mtv approximately 10 years ago when the company was first formed and has enjoyed seeing the organization mature into a leader in the solar industry.

Danielle Hovermale

Danielle Hovermale joined mtvSolar in March of 2021 after working in food service, account management and manufacturing, as well as serving in the  Army Reserve since 2007 as a medic, carpentry and masonry specialist, construction supervisor, construction project manager, and instructor. 

Growing up in southwestern Pennsylvania and Western Maryland, Danielle moved to Berkeley Springs in 2015. She and her husband Matt have been married since 2021 and have a dog named Duke and two cats, MacArthur and Clyde. When they’re not working, Danielle and Matt will most likely be found on a bike trail somewhere, riding or teaching youngsters how to ride mountain bikes or BMX bikes. Danielle also loves fitness and cooking. One of her dreams for the future is to become a certified mountain bike instructor, and focus on getting more women on bikes!

 

Kerry Allden-Collins

Kerry officially joined the mtvSolar team in 2019. She had followed the company’s growth since 2009 and was drawn to the company’s inspiring mission and strong values. Kerry wholeheartedly believes in mtvSolar’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions and is proud to be part of a collaborative and dedicated team of professionals. The mtvSolar mission and family-first values create an environment that fuels her passion for making a positive impact in our communities and in the lives of those with whom we partner. She is tireless in harnessing the talents of those on her team to bring out the best for employees and clients.

One aspect that holds special significance for Kerry is mtvSolar’s solar give-back programs, which actively benefit local communities. Being able to contribute to these initiatives brings her immense fulfillment, knowing that she is helping create a brighter future for those around her.

 

Mike McKechnie

Mike McKechnie is the President of Mountain View Solar which is a leading local solar and battery installation firm with twenty-five local staff and more than 1,000 renewable energy systems installed in the residential, non-profit, commercial, and public sectors.  In 2008, he was awarded with the West Virginia Environmental Council’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award, in 2012 he was awarded the Small Business Administration’s “Entrepreneurial Success of the Year” Award, and in 2018 he was awarded the Small Business Administration’s “West Virginia Minority-Owned Business of the Year Award”.

Sarah Joy

Sarah joined the MTV Family in September 2019 as our Project Manager. After graduating college she held a few jobs in a number of different fields, from being a corrections officer, a lab tech and an assistant project manager in the wireless telecom industry to finding her new Family here at MTV.

She knew it would be a good fit after her first interview and felt good in knowing she could help both the company, and the world as a whole by joining the alternative energy field, something she knew next to nothing about, but has dived in and learned quite a bit over the past few months. Sarah is the main point of contact at the office and gets to know so very many of our wonderful clients.

Sarah grew up in New Jersey, so one might think of her a a “Joisey Girl”, but she lived surrounded by hundreds of acres of woodlands which instilled her love of the outdoors. Since college she has lived in Virginia, and Maryland, but she and her Husband Scott, wanted some land of their own and found it in beautiful West Virginia.

Sarah and Scott are converting a barn into their home, so most of her spare time is spent on numerous DIY projects. When they do take a break from that, you can find Sarah outside, either gardening or playing with their two dogs, Daisy and Cookie. In the evenings, or if the weather doesn’t allow for outside time, Sarah enjoys watching “This Is Us”, “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist”, or more likely, a movie, as she’s a huge movie buff and has a collection of over 200 films!

In the next few years Sarah would like to have her home completed, and be able to spend some time exploring the world with Scott, learning a new language and perhaps learning how to paint!

Rob Thompson

Rob started his career with Mountain View Solar six years ago. Having a passion to learn about the solar industry, and wanting to do something in the fight to combat climate change, he knew this would be the best place to work.

Although Rob was born in Baltimore he has been in Berkeley Springs for quite some time and calls it home. He met his partner Amy in high school and together they have three incredibly gorgeous, smart and athletic teenage children; Jared 19, Peyton 18, and Jayda 13. They all share their house with their active 2 year old Husky Apollo.

Anyone with children may be able to guess where Rob can be found when he’s not hard at work. He spends a great deal of time at football games, wrestling matches Softball, basketball and volleyball games! That is a full schedule for all of them! He lives for his children and is a super proud dad!

Having had experience with construction equipment, Rob soon found himself the designated driver/trainer for the big equipment we use for Ground Mounted Systems. He has an eye for detail and helps make all of our ground mounted systems look unbelievably beautiful.

He is always willing to help in any way that he can, and there is no doubt that if he ever came back to the shop shirtless, it would be because he literally gave someone in need the shirt off his back.

Rob has been through a lot in his life and often thinks of his favorite quote, from the greatest of all time, Muhammad Ali: He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life

When he’s not at the kids sporting events, or walking the dog (husky’s have a LOT of energy!) you can find Rob watching anything Marvel related on TV, and most likely whipping up a delicious meal in the kitchen.

Recently Rob has started learning more about the electrical side of the solar business, and is looking forward to getting his Journeyman license soon.

Rob would love to live in a world without poverty where all beings were treated equally.

Trevor Jamison

Like many of our employees Trevor came to work here because he wanted to make an improvement in the world. He studied electricity and could have gone a number of different routes, but ultimately new this was the place he wanted to be.

Working along side Ryan, our master electrician, for the past 4.5 years, Trevor has learned a great deal about solar and is now the lead electrician on a good deal of our residential installs.

Trevor loves to work on cars and trucks in his spare time, and can often be found in his garage, doing just that. He also loves to go to car shows, go fishing and kayaking.

Trevor will also happily sit down and have a long discussion about any manor of things, he will listen and contribute, always willing to learn and impart knowledge.
That may sound a little “deep” but he also thoroughly enjoys a good binging of The Munsters, or laughing hysterically with friends over seemingly benign statements, or the fact that he can roll his eyes into the back of his head!

Trevor is continually studying and looks forward to becoming a Master Electrician, not at all an easy feat, but one we are sure he will achieve.

Trevor would love to live in a world where peace reigned supreme, I think we can all agree that living in such a world would be wonderful. With gentle souls like Trevor in this world, we are already on the way to a better place.

Brandon Widdows

Brandon Widdows joined mtvSolar in August of 2015, just three months out of high school. He came into the solar job with experience in general construction, helping his grandfather on summers and weekends on different jobs. He even worked at Dairy Queen before finding his niche with mtvSolar. Today, Brandon is a clear leader on our team, having moved from installation team member to the Lead of our Commercial crew. When Brandon isn’t driving our commercial projects to completion, he likes to golf, fish and hunt. Originally from Hagerstown, Md., Brandon moved to West Virginia in middle school and has stayed. He and his fiance have a 7 year old daughter and 2 year old son, and they share their home with two cats, Blaze and Binx! Brandon continues to build his future as a solar professional,  looking to obtain his NABCEP professional installer certification this year, continuing to add to the well-built reputation of Mountain View. In 2024, he achieved a huge goal of his, becoming a West Virginia Master Electrician. 

Shane LaBrush

Shane joined our Mountain View Solar Team two years ago as a Solar Consultant. He brings much experience to the MTV sales team.

He had worked for another solar company, but ultimately Shane wanted to join our team after meeting Mike, the owner, and some of the other team members, he had never met so many people in this industry that had such vast experience and knowledge about PV Solar, battery backup, and energy management. He also truly appreciates Mike’s enthusiasm and vision, as well as his commitment to helping the community through give back programs, helping to find a new path for the West Virginia energy. Couple that with Shane’s love of the mountains and rivers as well as the people of West Virginia, and Mountain View Solar is a perfect fit.

Shane has two beautiful little girls that keep he and his wife Katie very busy. They also have one dog, a scruffy little fella named George!

When he isn’t working you can find Shane on the river, either whitewater rafting, canoeing or kayaking, skills he is passing onto his children. He also likes hiking, climbing, and fishing. Shane always has his girls enjoying the outdoors and trying new things. He also teaches Middle and High Schoolers about water quality issues, a truly important thing for kids to learn! He is a team building facilitator, working with business professionals and with struggling veterans in a nature setting.

Shane also coaches his daughter in sports, as well as teaching scouts. Not only is he an ACA Kayak instructor but a snowboarder as well! I definitely can say Shane loves the outdoors.

Shane currently lives in Pleasant Valley, Maryland but is originally from Sabillasvile Maryland, where he grew up as a child.

You may hear Shane say, “Do your part, that’s all you can do to make the word better, but that’s a lot!”. It is one of his favorite quotes, and it’s a good one.

Shane doesn’t have much free time, but when he does, he enjoys educational documentaries pertaining to the wild outdoors. I can’t say we’re surprised.

He is able to play multiple instruments, a skill he calls weird, but we in the office call awesome! We are lucky to have him as part of the team.

John Christensen

John worked as a Merchant Marine for 30 years, but knowing he was too young, and full of energy to retire, he began another career as a lobbyist on behalf of the environment and people’s health through enviro- protection measures.

His goal as a lobbyist in 2008 was to get introduced a bill that gives WV residents a $2000 tax credit to install solar energy systems on their property. In 2009 that goal became reality as we passed on the final night of the session our bill just before the stroke of midnight. Although the credit is no longer available, it certainly helped a lot of West Virginians get Solar early on when the cost was a bit higher than it is now! Shortly after the bill passed John asked Mike for a job and he said YES on the spot without an interview or resume’, thus his life with MTVSolar began. John continuously fights for solar and other renewable energies for the state.

When he first joined MTV he wanted to get back to doing some “hands on “ work, as he had done for years on the ship. Before long Mike put John on a crew installing solar hot water systems in existing homes to help them lower their electric usage. Two years after that, John found himself on rooftops helping install full solar arrays. John was wonderful on the crew, but as happens with all of us if we’re lucky, he soon realized that steep roof planes, and full adulthood wasn’t the best mix, so John opted to get off the roof and spend more time as a lobbyist. In this role John has gone to numerous meetings in Charleston, always representing Solar and MTV in a wonderful light, and helping the powers that be, understand the wisdom and importance of renewable energy for all.

John, who incidentally is the uncle of Mike Studholme, one of our Energy Consultants, lives on a 5 acre Farmette, just outside of Hedgesville, WV. He shares his farm with his handsome yet mischievous cat Willie!  He enjoys his gardening area, and plans on adding a greenhouse into the mix so he can grow vegetables in an extended season.

He still has one of the original Nissan Leaf sedans! His home and transportation needs are mostly covered by the 9.4kW solar system on his roof.

Mike Studholme

Mike Studholme joined mtvSolar as an intern in 2012 and then became a full-time employee in May of 2013, joining the residential install crew and working all sorts of different positions before rising to become one of the company’s top PV consultants with solar professional certifications to match. Before getting into solar, Mike managed a camp store and worked at restaurants and in retail. His diverse experience and people skills have put him in the lead on the mtvSolar sales team and help him advance the solar industry in the region.

When he’s not designing solar and energy solutions in the quad-state, Mike will be spending time with his wife Sam and their son and daughter and dogs Ollie (Mountain Shepherd) and Izzy (Border Collie Shepherd mix). They’ll be exploring the outdoors, playing sports and floating down a river somewhere. He credits mtvSolar Master Electrician Ryan Slack with introducing him to his future wife, who works for the American Heart Association – a fitting job for someone with a heart as big as Sam’s!

Mike hopes to be celebrating 30+ years with mtvSolar one day, making an impact on people’s lives, the reliability of the energy grid and the planet. He aspires to be able to look back on his life surrounded by people he loves, and feel joy and pride for all the memories they’ve made. He’d also like to someday own a house with a dock to boat and fish with the family from. 

 

Brenda Rippeon

MTVSolar hit the jackpot when Brenda joined the team almost two years ago. We desperately needed a shop Manager, and Brenda fit the role perfectly.

Not only does she make sure the crew has coffee and fresh baked muffins in the morning and water for the job site, she also keeps inventory of the many, many pieces of hardware we use, takes deliveries, cleans the shop, and helps make sure every job has what it needs. If the crew finds they need something unexpected, Brenda will bring it to them with a smile on her face.

Brenda came to Berkeley Springs from Cumberland Maryland 15 years ago. She lives here with her husband Wade and their two dogs and six cats.  Brenda also is the Grandmother to Brandon Widdows, who is an electrical journeyman for MTV Solar. His grandmother Brenda has instilled such a great work ethic in him!  She loves her family, riding her motorcycle, and helping sick children and their families. She is continually gathering food, clothes and special little gifts to give to those in need. When she isn’t out riding, or helping others, she likes to put her feet up and watch Dennis the Menace or Blondie and Dagwood. When she was younger she was very good at jumping rope backwards, and I’m sure we will see her great-granddaughter doing that in a few years!

She would love a world where all children, the elderly and animals were safe from harm, and she absolutely does her part to make that happen.

Ryan Slack

Ryan Slack joined mtvSolar in October 2011 with an interest in the electrical trades, and has risen to be the company’s Master Electrician and Production Manager. Ryan balances the technical knowledge, logistical expertise and spirit of excellence that drives mtvSolar into the future. Before entering the solar industry, Ryan worked in residential electrical, commercial HVAC, sheet metal fabrication and manufactured fiberglass insulation. While he grew up in Charleston,WV, Berkeley Springs has become home to him, his wife and their son along with their pets Clutch, a Stafford terrier & Gizmo, their French bulldog. When Ryan is not leading the team, he loves to go bowhunting. In the future, Ryan sees mtvSolar as the #1 solar and energy storage contractor on the East Coast!

MaryKate Monaghan-Miles

MaryKate began working full-time with mtvSolar in June of 2018 after gaining four years of experience in Human Resources at Horizon Goodwill Industries, building on her previous work as an office worker and legal assistant.

When she is not championing the team at mtvSolar, MaryKate enjoys music, movies and TV, mixed media crafting and art.

MaryKate is married and the proud mother of two grown sons, and lives in Hagerstown, her forever home. She strives to make her family home the best place for family and friends to relax and truly enjoy life.

Stacy Slovinsky

When Stacy joined the MTV family four years ago, she brought with her a wonderfully friendly energy to accompany her brilliant smile. Stacy is one of two Project Coordinators. She submits most of the building, electrical and net metering applications. It may not sound like much, but since MTVSolar permits in four states and numerous counties, each with their own process, Stacy is an essential part of the operation, from the beginning to the end. She has relationships with permitting offices, utility companies and inspectors from our entire installation area, and we are lucky to have her.

Stacy heard about the opening from Kelly Waugh,​ MTV’s VP, ​ and since the hours she would be needed worked out perfectly for her schedule she came for the interview.  Within minutes, we knew she was a perfect fit.

Stacy grew up in Baltimore, but in 2000 her husband was transferred to Fed Ex in Hagerstown. That led to them buying their house in beautiful West-By-Gosh- Virginia.

At home Stacy lives with her husband Mike, their three children, Mathew, Evan and Ava, a mini lop bunny, appropriately named Nibbles, and a sweet Cavachon pup named Brinkley. If it were completely up to Stacy, there would be another dog or two, and perhaps a cat in the mix too.

Her children are her life, and as any parent of three children knows, she spends most of her time running the kids to and from sporting events and dance classes, She wouldn’t have it any other way, and enjoys every moment spent with them.

Stacy is also a phenomenal DIY-er, and has many projects to prove it, all of them turn out perfectly! When she’s not working on crafts, she likes to paint, and maybe hop over to TJ MAXX to pick up a few things. It works, as her sense of style is second to none!

After a long day of working​,​ running the kids around and taking Brinkley for a good walk, Stacy enjoys snuggling on the sofa with her pup while watching Gilmore Girls, Greys Anatomy and sometimes Criminal Minds.

Stacy believes that you should Smile always, as the warmth of a smile goes a long way. She is so very right, especially with her magnificent smile.

Stacy plans on continuing to grow with her second family, “MTVSolar”, as she loves the people and the company and what it is doing for the future of the world

When asked if she could change one thing in the world, her response was one that truly shows the beauty within:  “That everyone could see the good in each other despite any political preference.  There are wonderful people in the world and we live in the UNITED States!  I would love for everyone to be United together for the good of the world!”

Kiki McKechnie

Kiki McKechnie joined mtvSolar in September of 2014 after working in the IT department for a nationwide retail chain. Kiki grew up in Prince George’s County in Maryland, but spent many of her formative years in Holland and England! When she’s not sorting through leads and inquiries for mtvSolar, Kiki loves to spend time taking photos – especially of her grandchildren and animals. Family and pets are super important to Kiki, as she celebrates having two sons and a daughter and their spouses, two grandchildren, husband Dave, bonus son and daughter and granddaughter, plus Pup Zelda and Cats Snickers and Big Grey. (That’s a lot of pictures she has to take!) If she’s not behind the lens, Kiki may be watching a soccer match of any kind, always cheering for the underdog (or Barcelona). She hopes for a future in which she and Dave can retire to some land by water, and spend their extra time visiting friends and family.

Lydian Miles-Monaghan

Lydie: The Electric Avenue Queen

Lydie is the brains behind mtvSolar’s battery magic. With over a decade of wrangling complex tech, from software to circuits, she’s our go-to guru for energy storage. But don’t let her techie title fool you – this woman is a passionate environmentalist with a love for all things electric. When she’s not conjuring up battery breakthroughs, you might find her resurrecting ancient computers, spinning vinyl, or cruising in her solar-powered ride. A true innovator with a heart of gold, Lydie’s on a mission to power the future and banish hatred from the world. As she wisely says, “Experience is the one thing you get, right after you need it!”

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Kelly Waugh

Kelly Waugh started working with Mike McKechnie when she was in high school and got hired to do office work for his construction company, Mountain View Builders. Since 2001, Kelly has supported and invested in the growth and transformation of the company into a renewables energy leader for the region. 

Now CFO, Vice President and minority owner of mtvSolar, Kelly continues to lead and guide the company through ongoing changes in the renewable energy industry. 

“I have had the pleasure of working for, and with, some of the greatest people I have ever known. I enjoy the work that I personally do, and I am genuinely proud of the work that mtvSolar does, and the integrity with which we do it,” Kelly said.  She stands out with a leadership style that values employees, highlights excellence and advances equity.

When she’s not working, Kelly loves to read, exercise, attend live sporting events, have dinner with friends, travel, and above all else, spend time with her family. Originally from Maryland, Kelly has called West Virginia home since childhood.

One of Kelly’s guiding philosophies is to make the world better at any opportunity.