ANGEL CORTEZ
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Water Utility Worker with experience supporting water distribution system maintenance, water main repairs, service line installation, valve operations, leak investigations, and system shutdowns. Holds a Class A CDL and experience working safely around heavy equipment, trailers, excavation sites, and underground utilities. Dependable, strong work ethic, and willingness to work overtime and emergency response assignments. Seeking to contribute technical skills and water utility experience as a Transmission Technician with Fairfax Water.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Utility Worker I/II
Fairfax water
Alexandria, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated proficiency in coupling and uncoupling trailers
- Supported crews in troubleshooting and repairing water mains and service lines
- Skilled in safely reversing and parking vehicles with trailers attached
- Proactively Volunteered and accepted overtime shifts to support overtime shifts to support team coverage.
- Assisted senior Water Utility Crew Chiefs with water service and distribution line shutdowns.
- Experience in replacing and installing new water service lines to customer(s)
- Assisted with identifying and conducting water leak investigations
- Skillful in locating water distribution valves and conducting Valve exercises
- Performed standby duties with the Water Utility crew, assisted with water leak repairs, and isolated valves to facilitate repairs.
- Participated in over 30 Hours of overtime while on-call/ Stand by duties for one week duration
Plumber Apprentice Utility Worker I/II
Fairfax County Public schools
Alexandria, VA
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Perform preventative maintenance on water coolers and heaters
- Cut copper pipes, organize tools, maintain clean work environments
- Operate small equipment and follow safety protocols
- Assist licensed plumbers with system maintenance and repairs across facilities
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of plumbing systems across various school facilities.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to perform routine plumbing tasks safely and efficiently.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in plumbing techniques and safety protocols.
- Enhanced client trust by providing clear communication and detailed explanations of plumbing procedures.
HVAC Helper
Fairfax County Public Schools
Alexandria, VA
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in installing and maintaining HVAC systems in educational facilities.
- Supported HVAC technicians by organizing tools and materials for efficient workflow.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal system performance.
- Collaborated on troubleshooting HVAC issues, contributing to timely resolutions.
- Assisted in the installation of new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for enhanced energy savings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School, Alexandria Virginia
Alexandria, VA06.2023
HVAC Level I Student of The Quarter -
Thomas Edison High School
Alexandria, VA06.2023
Skills
- Over 2 years of hands-on experience in water distribution, plumbing, HVAC, and facility maintenance
- Knowledgeable with SAP, Microsoft Office
- Effective communicator
- PPE compliance
- Skilled at multitasking
- Ability to lift 94 lbs
- Comfortable with hand tools, grounds equipment, and power tools
- Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) With trailer Towing Experience (O,E) Restrictions
- Water distribution valve locating and exercising
- Water service line installation
- Water leak investigation support
- Confined Space training
Certification
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (O, E Restrictions) — Virginia DMV, 2026
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification — Fairfax Water (2025)
- VDOT Intermediate Flagger Certification — Virginia Department of Transportation, 2025
- OSHA Certification — Thomas Edison High School, 2023
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Certifications
- OSHA 10 Hour certification - 2022 Thomas Edison High School (HVAC Class Level 1)
- VDOT Intermediate Flagger Certification - 2025 Fairfax County Water Authority
- Class A Commercial Drivers License - 2026 Fairfax County Water Authority
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification - 2025 Fairfax County Water Authority
- HVAC Level I Apprentice class - Fairfax county Adult community Education (ACE)
Timeline
Water Utility Worker I/II
Fairfax water
08.2025 - Current
Plumber Apprentice Utility Worker I/II
Fairfax County Public schools
01.2024 - 08.2025
HVAC Helper
Fairfax County Public Schools
06.2023 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School, Alexandria Virginia
HVAC Level I Student of The Quarter -
Thomas Edison High School