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He was unsure about a career path and his friend encouraged him to contact GRID, so he did. \u201cI have learned so much in a very short time and my goal is to learn as much as I can,\u201d said Isaiah. He admitted that he did not even know how to use tools such as socket drills and impact drivers prior to his internship with GRID. Now, not only has he master these skills, but also getting on the roof participating in installs has helped him to overcome his fear of heights. \u201cEveryone at GRID is really nice and has been very patient,\u201d he said. \u201cI trusted the equipment and my team, which helped me to overcome these challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>GRID Alternatives\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/gridalternatives.org\/what-we-do\/workforce-development\/troops-to-solar\">Troops to Solar Program<\/a> is an initiative supported by Wells Fargo that provides applicable solar job training skills that helps pave the way to solar careers for veterans.<\/p>\n<p>Isaiah comes from a close-knit family and is a \u2018PK\u2019 (or preacher\u2019s kid) because his dad is an ordained minister who does missionary work. He has three younger brothers and in his spare time enjoys hiking, football and soccer. 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