About Us

Cortes Electric Inc
We bring Power to the People!
Family Owned and Operated Since 2004

 

WHERE IT ALL BEGAN

Jose Cortes, the founder of Cortes Electric Inc., began his career in 1986 as an Aviation Electrician for the Navy. Following the Navy, he worked as an electrician earning his Master’s Electrician license in 2002. 

 

THE 2 BECOME 1 AND THEN 16

Jose and Penny, married in 1998, are proud parents of a whopping 14 children ranging from 21 down to 3. So yes, we know what makes that happen, and yes, there is not a dull moment at our house. We take the Bible literally, and we are blessed coming in and blessed going out! 

 

THE STORY CONTINUES

While our family grew, Cortes Electric, established in 2004, started with one man in a truck who had the vision to help family and friends with their electrical needs while providing for his growing family. This vision has expanded to creating opportunities for others in the Jacksonville area to work together to solve electrical problems and bring our client’s dreams to light. We aspire to develop leaders in our community by hiring quality individuals who desire to learn and grow with our company.

 

WHAT WE DO

As a minority-owned Jacksonville-based Electrical Contracting Company holding JSEB & ACDBE certifications. We specialize in both Commercial and Residential Electrical contracting and service work. We are widely acknowledged for our honesty and integrity; we complete projects on schedule and within budget. Cortes Electric is the preferred company for Contractors, Businesses, HomeOwners, Federal Agencies, and Realtors.

Our extensive knowledge of the national electric code and the ability to work well with the General Contractor’s schedules make projects run smoothly even in high-pressure design-build situations. In addition, ingenuity in problem-solving puts us ahead of the competition. Cortes Electric can resolve any electrical problem, residential or commercial, large or small.

 

HOW WE CAN HELP

Do you have an electrical problem at your home or business? Do you need a ceiling fan installed, or how about a light fixture? Are you sick of the old fluorescent lights and ready to upgrade to LED? Have you had a professional look at your panel lately? Are you sure you do not have a fire about to erupt in your walls due to arching and sparking? Are you tripping over extension cords because you haven’t figured out why the outlets in your bedroom no longer work? Cortes Electric is the name to remember when you need a job done right. Big or small, we do it all. Our caring staff will work hard to resolve the issue most efficiently. 

WHEN YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS

Cortes Electric is one big happy family. When you become our client, we take care of you like family. Unfortunately, sometimes you have unknown problems with your electrical systems. Troubleshooting and repair calls can be very tedious and frustrating. However, our experienced staff has the patience to turn over every leaf to find and resolve the problem. If you have a mystery on your hands, contact us, we will be delighted to help!

 

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Cortes Electric is a multigenerational corporation that is setting into motion systems and processes that establish rails for future generations to run on. We are not only fixing electrical issues, but we are also developing leaders by creating within our organization an environment where our employees can serve and grow in their individual call.  

It is not about what we can get from our employees; it is about what we can put in them. So, therefore, we are developing a leadership training system as part of our corporate culture. We coach, teach, train, and mentor those we are privileged to employ to build a foundation that will take the company into the future. In addition, we take a personal interest in our employees’ success and help them reach their purpose and destiny. 

 

THIS IS FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD 

We put a strong emphasis on building solid relationships and giving people the opportunity to use their abilities, strengths, and skills to maximize their potential. We are looking for people who have a passion for life and want to get things done. We want to draw out the treasure in our employees to maximize the return on investment for the Kingdom of God. 

 

ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

Cortes Electric has linked arms with NEFBA(NorthEast Florida Builders Association) Apprenticeship providing career preparation and a workforce to meet the needs of the employer, industry and community, thereby enhancing the quality of life in Northeast Florida. 

 

The NEFBA Apprenticeship offers:

 

  • Earn while you learn
  • Tuition-Free Training
  • 48 years of accredited training
  • 2,000 hours of on-the-job training each year of the program
  • 1800+ graduates
  • $48,500 average annual salary for journeymen level graduates
  • NCCER Curriculum
  • Earn a journeyman level certificate of completion from the Florida Department of Education
  • Instruction at Keiser University
  • Registered VA Training Program
  • Graduate debt-free with four years of working experience in the second-fastest growing industry in Florida

 

Cortes Electric is proud to be a part of NEFBA participating in the Electrical Apprenticeship program!

 

WE’VE COME A LONG WAY

Starting out with just one man and a truck, after 17 years under our belt and the patience to solve the most challenging troubleshooting jobs, Cortes Electric is the company to call when you have any electrical need. Big or small, we do it all! So don’t put up with those outdated fixtures. Be sure your home is safe from electrical fire dangers. Stop running extension cords, creating tripping hazards. 

 

MAXIMUM RETURN FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD

We genuinely care about our clients and our staff. Our big happy family will care for you as one of our own. We strive to provide the best quality service at a fair price as we open opportunities for advancement to our community. Our passion is to give God the maximum return on His investment in our lives by investing in the lives of those He entrusts to us, both client and employee. 

 

Cortes Electric, We bring Power to the People!