ESTEBAN TEJEDA
Energy Operations Manager And Field Technician
Riverside,CA
Summary
Energy & Operations Manager and Field Tech with 14+ years of experience leading energy conservation programs, renewable energy operations and multi-site field teams. Proven record of delivering more than $54 million in documented cost avoidance, managing regional operations, improving operational efficiency, and building strong partnerships with school districts, municipalities, contractors, and utility providers. Experienced with building automation systems, computer software, power tools, solar and battery storage systems and large-scale energy management initiatives.
Overview
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14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Manager
Engie North America
Riverside, CA
01.2021 - 04.2025
- Commissioned, operated, and repaired solar and storage sites.
- Led team of electricians and project coordinators to meet and exceed O&M contract requirements.
- Personally generated over $4 million in O&M contracts sales.
- Resolved site-related problems through effective remote monitoring techniques.
Energy Specialist
Cenergistic
Southern And Northern CA
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Lead behavioral energy conservation programs supporting more than 150 school sites across multiple California school districts.
- Delivered over $54 million in documented every cost avoidance.
- Partner with facility maintenance teams, district executives and utility companies to identify savings opportunities.
- Manage EMS platforms including Johnson Controls, Siemens, Carrier, Niagara, Pelican, and Intermatic.
Regional Operations Manager – Residential Solar Division
SunPower
Anaheim, Ontario, CA
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Led a team of 30+ employees overseeing residential solar installation operations.
- Managed production schedules, fleet operations, warehouse inventory and field expenses.
- Developed Standard Operating Procedures that improved installation efficiency.
- Maintained OSHA compliance and promoted a zero-injury safety culture.
- Coordinated permitting and AHJ requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Regional Operations Manager
SolarCity
City of Industry, Chatsworth, CA
08.2011 - 10.2015
- Managed regional operations, overseeing 60+ employees to ensure efficient workflow and team alignment.
- Installed 1,000+ residential and commercial photovoltaic systems, leading crew to achieve high-quality installations.
- Successfully managed on a monthly basis: 700+ Kilowatts of PV installations and PV inspections,1.5+ Megawatts in surveying and over 800+ Kilowatts in Permitting.
Education
Mt. San Antonio College
01-2006
Skills
Managing service operations
Health and safety compliance
Customer relations
Problem-solving
Effective communication
Technical troubleshooting
Timeline
Field Service Manager
Engie North America
01.2021 - 04.2025
Energy Specialist
Cenergistic
04.2018 - 04.2021
Regional Operations Manager – Residential Solar Division
SunPower
03.2016 - 08.2016
Regional Operations Manager
SolarCity
08.2011 - 10.2015
Mt. San Antonio College