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Our Leadership

Meet the team driving solar innovation since 2001

It is our privilege to help homeowners and businesses achieve affordable electricity and a better future with clean energy. Meet the seasoned solar veterans leading the way across California and Arizona.

The Founders

Built by the people who started it all

Jason and JT launched SolarTech in 2001 and still set the standard for how every job gets done: in-house, on schedule, and done right.

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Jason Stringham

Owner & Founder

Jason founded SolarTech in 2001 and has guided its growth from a local San Diego installer into a multi-state solar provider. As the company’s founder, he sets its overall direction and its commitment to quality workmanship that is never outsourced, keeping the standards that built SolarTech’s reputation at the center of every installation.

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JT Garrison

Owner

JT, co-founder and the driving force behind SolarTech, brings over 20 years of solar industry expertise to his leadership role. His deep understanding of the industry, combined with his unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and premium products, has propelled the company’s growth and resilience amidst evolving market trends. JT embodies the company’s entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to a cleaner energy future.

Leadership Team

The people behind every install

From operations to marketing to our commercial division, this team brings decades of combined solar experience to homeowners and businesses alike.

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Nick Hofer

Chief Strategy Officer

Nick brings deep expertise in sales strategy, operations, and process optimization in the solar industry. As Chief Strategy Officer, he drives SolarTech’s growth and market positioning, focusing on efficiency and scalability. At OneRoof Energy, he led multi-channel sales, overseeing thousands of solar installations and boosting brand visibility. 
 His leadership also improved acquisition costs and sales conversions. Nick has held key roles at Gateway Computers, Micron Electronics, Cymer, and Zeta Interactive. 

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Andrew Hoesly

General manager

Andrew brings over a decade of experience in the solar industry to his role as General Manager. Previously, he held sales leadership positions at SunPower and managed operations at Solar Forward, driving growth and team performance. A UC Irvine graduate with a BA in Political Science, Andrew is skilled in channel sales, account management, and team leadership, making him a valuable asset to SolarTech’s growth strategy. 

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Grant Magoffin

VP of Operations

Grant is Vice President of Operations, overseeing residential solar project delivery, operational efficiency, and cross-functional team performance. With over 12 years in renewable energy, he drives initiatives that expand service for orphaned systems, strengthen technical design, and streamline collections. He holds a BA in Business Management from BYU-Idaho and brings a results-focused approach to operations.

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Steve Marcou

VP of Marketing

Steve is a growth marketing and digital strategy leader with 10+ years driving measurable revenue growth for consumer and service-based businesses. He has a proven record managing media investment, optimizing end-to-end customer journeys, and leading cross-functional teams across analytics, operations, product, and agency partners. Before SolarTech, he led Demand Generation for SunPower’s nationwide customer acquisition strategy. 

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Jacob Isen

DIRECTOR, COMMERCIAL DIVISION

Jacob Isen is a commercial solar leader with a proven record of driving growth and building high-performing teams. Starting at SolarTech as a cold caller, he advanced through sales and project coordination to become Director of Commercial. A former University of Colorado athlete, he brings a competitive, team-first mindset and strong sales and operations experience. 

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What Guides Us

Core values behind our leadership

Five principles shape every decision our team makes, from the first consultation to long after your system is switched on.

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Customer Centric

Placing our customers at the forefront of every decision and action, we prioritize understanding their needs, preferences, and concerns.

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Passionate

Serving as the wellspring of our innovation and creativity, passion propels us to surpass ordinary boundaries and pursue success.

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Accountability

We embrace responsibility for every action and decision, recognizing and learning from our shortcomings to foster trust and credibility.

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Trustworthy

Our actions are characterized by reliability, honesty, and consistency, upholding integrity and transparency as the foundation for connection.

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Disciplined

We adhere to a set of standards, consistently and rigorously striving for continuous improvement and efficient attainment of our goals.

RESOURCES

25+ years of dedicated success

SolarTech provides full-service solar solutions for residential, commercial, and non-profit customers in California and Arizona. As a leading solar company, we have been designing and building solar panel systems since 2001, committed to complete customer satisfaction through quality products, professional installation, and outstanding value.

Our services include solar energy systems, energy storage, solar pool heating, and roofing. Headquartered in East County San Diego, we install and service systems in San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, and locations throughout California and Arizona.

As a licensed California and Arizona contractor and accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, SolarTech is a premier San Diego solar company. We do the work right, ensure job site safety, and deliver projects on schedule. We never outsource our jobs, and our installers, technicians, and analysts are certified professionals.

2001

Designing & building solar systems

CA & AZ

Providing solar solutions  to multiple states

15k+

Systems installed to
date

100%

In-house crews, never outsourced

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Meet SolarTech's Leadership Team: Driving Solar Innovation Since 2001

It is our privilege to help homeowners and businesses achieve affordable electricity, live comfortably, and enjoy the luxury of their pool throughout the year. We take pride in helping California & Arizona businesses lower their energy costs and make a commitment to a better future with clean energy.

Jason Stringham

Owner & Founder

JT Garrison

Owner

Nick Hofer

Chief Strategy Officer

Andrew Hoesly

General Manager

Grant Magoffin

Vice President of Operations

Steve Marcou

Vice President of Marketing

Jacob Isen

Director, Commercial Division

Core Values That Guide Our Leadership

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Customer Centric

Placing our customers at the forefront of every decision and action, we prioritize understanding their needs, preferences, and concerns.

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Passionate

Serving as the wellspring of our innovation and creativity, passion propels us to surpass ordinary boundaries and pursue success.

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Accountability

We embrace responsibility for every action and decision, recognizing and learning from our shortcomings to foster trust and credibility.

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Trustworthy

Our actions are characterized by reliability, honesty, and consistency—upholding integrity and transparency as the foundation for connection.

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Disciplined

We adhere to a set of standards, consistently and rigorously striving for continuous improvement and efficient attainment of our goals.

Two Decades of Solar Industry Expertise

25+ Years of Dedicated Success

SolarTech provides full-service solar solutions for residential, commercial, and non-profit customers in California & Arizona. As a leading solar company, we’ve been designing and building solar panel systems since 2001. We are committed to complete customer satisfaction, which we achieve by offering quality products, professional installation, and outstanding value.

Our services include solar energy systems, energy storage systems, solar pool heating systems, and roofing. Headquartered in East County of San Diego, we install and service systems in San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, and locations throughout California & Arizona.

As a licensed California & Arizona contractor and accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, SolarTech is a premier San Diego solar company. We do the work right, ensure job site safety, and deliver our projects on schedule. We never outsource our jobs. Our solar installers, technicians, and analysts are certified professionals. Whether we’re installing a simple residential solar pool heating system or a large multi-array commercial solar energy project, we know the importance of each job. It is our privilege to help homeowners achieve affordable electricity, live comfortably, and enjoy the luxury of their pool throughout the year. We take pride in helping California & Arizona businesses lower their energy costs and make a commitment to a better future with clean energy.

Frequently Asked Solar Questions

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Contact SolarTech

Phone

(619) 743 9193

Email

sales@solartechonline.com

SolarTech is led by founders Jason Stringham (Owner & Founder) and JT Garrison (Owner), who launched the company in 2001. The executive team includes Nick Hofer (Chief Strategy Officer)Andrew Hoesly (General Manager)Grant Magoffin (VP of Operations)Steve Marcou (VP of Marketing), and Jacob Isen (Director, Commercial Division). Together, this team has helped guide SolarTech through more than 15,000 successful installations across California and Arizona.
SolarTech’s leadership is grounded in five core values: Customer Centric, putting customers first in every decision; Passionate, using passion to fuel innovation; Accountability, owning every action and decision; Trustworthy, acting with reliability, honesty, and consistency; and Disciplined, holding to high standards and continuous improvement.
Since 2001, SolarTech’s leadership has transformed the company from a local San Diego provider into a multi-state operation. Their direction has led to more than 15,000 installations, key partnerships with Tesla, NeoVolta, and Maxeon, and a reputation built on trust and high performance. Their steady guidance keeps SolarTech innovative, scalable, and focused on long-term impact.
 
With more than two decades of combined experience, SolarTech’s leadership brings deep knowledge in operations, marketing, and solar technology. Their expertise spans residential and commercial solarbattery storage systemssolar pool heating, and roofing integration, helping the company stay agile and uphold a high standard of service in every market.

Customer satisfaction is a core focus of SolarTech’s leadership. From transparent consultations to in-house installations and post-project support, they’ve built a seamless customer journey designed around trust and accountability.