Jethro Herrera

Dynamic Construction, Electrical, and Solar Operations Professional with over 8 years of field leadership, project coordination, and site inspection experience.

Licensed Commercial Drone

Pilot adept at conducting comprehensive aerial surveys, structural evaluations, and high-resolution PV mapping to optimize project planning and safety. Backed by hands-on electrical expertise, an active Electrical Trainee (ET) card, and ongoing formal electrical certification training. Proven track record of navigating complex building and electrical codes, streamlining pre-installation workflows, and training high-performing field teams to deliver projects efficiently.

Fluent in English and Spanish.

Solar Field Operations & Project Support at SUNRUN SOLAR (2022-05 – Present)

Streamlined residential solar project lifecycles by conducting precise pre-installation surveys, leveraging licensed drone operations for aerial roof assessments, and driving field projects to completion.

• Executed final PV inspections, ensuring strict compliance with local building and electrical codes while maintaining rigorous project documentation standards.
• Expedited project timelines by proactively gathering permits, reviewing site data, and troubleshooting complex field issues with cross-functional teams.
• Mentored and coached new hires, elevating operational performance, safety protocols, and quality control metrics across assigned territories.

Energy & Solar Operations at TESLA ENERGY (2020-05 – 2022-05)

Supported high-volume residential energy and solar installations in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing precision, accurate documentation, and superior customer communication.

• Applied hands-on technical expertise and stringent safety practices while operating heavy equipment and specialized tools.
• Collaborated directly with field crews and homeowners to rapidly resolve onsite challenges and adapt to dynamic project needs.

Solar Field Operations at SUNRUN SOLAR (2019-10 – 2020-04)

Facilitated residential solar operations, optimizing project readiness through thorough documentation and proactive customer coordination.

• Conducted detailed pre-installation field surveys, gathering critical structural, electrical, and aerial data required for permitting and seamless execution.

Construction & Electrical Operations at CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE (2016-02 – 2019-10)

Executed hands-on construction and electrical installations in residential environments, mastering jobsite safety, material logistics, and complex troubleshooting.

• Operated hand, power, and specialized tools efficiently, delivering high-quality results both independently and as a collaborative crew member.
• Supplemented practical field execution with ongoing formal education toward a professional electrical certificate.

Construction Specialist at SILICON VALLEY BUILDERS GROUP (2016-02 – 2019-10)

Drove residential construction initiatives, collaborating tightly with field crews to execute multi-phase project tasks strictly within required deadlines.

• Gained extensive hands-on proficiency with construction tools, site coordination workflows, and client-focused service delivery.

Construction Tradesman at BROTHER AND BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION (2017-06 – 2017-12)

• Completed daily hands-on structural tasks and supported broad jobsite activities, consistently exceeding productivity and quality benchmarks.

Operations Supervisor at CALIFORNIA'S GREAT AMERICA (2014-01 – 2017-12)

Supervised team members and managed daily operations in a high-traffic environment, upholding exemplary customer service standards.

• Honed core leadership capabilities, including advanced scheduling, team coordination, and conflict resolution.

Certificate in Electrical Certificate Program – De Anza College (2012-01)

High School Diploma – Santa Clara High School (2007-01 – 2011-01)