After working as a consultant Data Collection Specialist for Fast Forward Ben has switched gears into a full-time role as Lead Hardware Integration Specialist. Ben is a jack of all trades that brings 20 plus years of mechanical, electrical and troubleshooting experience including many years as a mechanic, an oilfield engineer, and a problem-solving consultant for multiple clients in varying fields. He is a firefighter/EMT who understands firsthand wildfire risk.  Keeping Fast Forwards fleet moving and inspecting utility infrastructure to reduce fire risk is very important to him.