COBOL developers are literally dying out which has made for a competitive market for remaining talent. I've heard of some large consultants charging over $500/hr to their clients for a COBOL developer!

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AmpUp is the leading electric vehicle (EV) charging operating system that enables drivers, hosts, and fleets to charge stress-free. Our technology makes it easy for businesses and property owners to manage multiple charge stations and locations on one platform. We enable our customers to achieve their electrification goals faster and easier than they imagined possible.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Government & Utility Analyst to support sales across US & Canada. The analyst will be responsible for identifying, responding, and winning RFPs as well as support new business opportunities within the electric vehicle charging market.

Please email 'gnu@ampup.io' with your resume and cover letter if interested.

“Installing, wiring, and connecting the pieces of a traditional post-and-frame switchgear takes about 50 hours of on-site electrical labor,” Seitz said. “And that doesn’t take into consideration the time, costs, and difficulty of sourcing components from various manufacturers and supply houses.” Traditional switchgear is composed of electrical panels that are tasked with receiving, distributing, and protecting the site’s power. The components include a power disconnect panel, a current transformer (CT) cabinet, utility meter, distribution panels, and a transformer.

“Just measuring, cutting and assembling the typical post-and-frame structure for these panels takes two days,” Seitz said. “That’s before the electrician even begins handling the electrical components.” Next steps include:

Removing all dead fronts from tubs panels Mounting the panels, cabinets and enclosures Removing all the conduit knockouts Installing conduit fittings and conduit Mounting all breakers and internal equipment to bus bars Running wire through conduit Terminating all wires Making the external field wiring conduit connections

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Although critical to safety, much of the clean energy transition is in the hands of utilities to move quicker. With a 50+ year track record of not doing so I'm curious what government and/or private sector can do to remove the utilities involvement or red tape.

Level 2 chargers have been easier to install but the DC Fast Chargers backed by big IRA bucks will be a tough slog. Utility transmission line drops (12 months), battery storage, installation/engineering (3 months) trenching, concrete pouring, permitting (3-6 months), union labor, DOT involvement (6 months). The day is soon approaching where we have far more EVs than charge stations ready to install.

Email matt@ampup.io with a resume if interested

lol - cofounder is fine, as well as board member, head of sales... really whatever you want your title to be

AmpUp is an electric vehicle (EV) software company and network provider that enables drivers, hosts, and fleets to charge stress-free. We are hiring a gov't and utility intern to assist with bids, RFPs, and grant writing, as well as other business development activity.

Job Requirements & Responsibilities: * Undergraduate degree minimum, Graduate degree or candidate preferred * 2-5 years of experience in utility and/or government relations * Experience with utility, clean energy, and/or government bids a plus * Strong technical writing and communication skills * Experience in grant writing and program research * Interest and passion for electric vehicles and/or clean energy * Ability to work flexible hours to meet RFP and bid deadlines

Interested candidates should send their resume and a short introduction to matt@ampup.io

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So much of our future falls in the hands of companies and investors funding them, so knowing how all of this works is crucial to understanding why and when company's make huge decisions that impact us.

https://www.venture.university/

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