Job Openings >> Electric Utility Storm Damage ASSESSOR
Electric Utility Storm Damage ASSESSOR
Summary
Title:Electric Utility Storm Damage ASSESSOR
ID:1001
Location:Location Varies
Department:Storm
Description

Damage Assessor

Job Types: Seasonal, Part-time, Temporary, Contract

**If you do not meet the requirements for a damage assessor position, you may be qualified to apply to our storm Driver position. You can apply for the driver position at Electric Utility Storm Damage DRIVER - TechServ Consulting & Training, LTD (applicantstack.com)

Damage Assessor Job Description:

Each Damage Assessor shall be qualified to support the assessment process. The assessor shall:

  • Be knowledgeable of primary and secondary electrical facilities including poles, primary wires, secondary wires, secondary services, insulators, transformers, fuses, reclosers, regulators, and other electrical distribution equipment.
  • Be knowledgeable of the applicable electric distribution safety rules.
  • Understand and can identify the difference between electrical, cable and telephone facilities/assets.
  • Possess the ability to read and follow circuit maps, including understanding the symbols for the various types of electrical equipment.
  • Understand crew types and their capabilities to conduct repairs.
  • Be fit for duty and sufficiently fit to be able to walk in the terrain and environmental conditions resulting from the event.
  • Be certified via a certification process as approved by TechServ

Typical Damage Assessor Responsibilities

  • Locate, gather, assess and report quality and thorough information in the form and format as designated by TechServ's client.
  • Utilize circuit maps or other data provided by our client to patrol (walk/drive), in a safe manner, all assigned areas (circuits, line segments, geographic areas, etc.).
  • Identify all apparent damage to electrical facilities in the assigned area and document in the form and format as determined by our client. As an example, but not limited to:
  • Downed / low lines
  • Broken, leaning, or otherwise damaged poles
  • Broken cross arms
  • Blown fuses
  • Damaged or leaking equipment (transformers, reclosers, arrestors, etc.)
  • Tree limb removal or other vegetation management needs.
  • Determine and report the crew types needed to perform restoration services.
  • Identify, secure, and immediately report any unsafe areas such as downed lines or other facilities.
  • Communicate information in a timely and clear manner to Our client to support efficient restoration efforts.

Additional responsibilities may include:

  • Performing post-storm inspection to confirm repairs and construction standards.
  • Correction of GIS records.
  • Patrol for missed damages, vegetation management issues, and material clean up.

Job Types: Seasonal, Part-time, Temporary, Contract

 

This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications
ApplicantStack powered by Swipeclock