Storm Services Damage Assessor

Techserv; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A utility service provider is looking for Damage Assessors to respond to weather events and federal disasters across the United States and Puerto Rico. This role involves assessing electric transmission infrastructure, prioritizing safety, and reporting to utility partners. Candidates must possess electric utility knowledge, a valid driver's license, and be willing to travel for extended periods. This seasonal, part-time position does not include benefits. Suitable candidates should be fit and able to walk long distances.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electric utility experience or completion of relevant training.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of surroundings to identify safety concerns.
• Patrol and report on electric utility facilities in an assigned area.
• Communicate findings to support restoration efforts.

Skills

Electric utility experience

Smartphone proficiency

CPR/First Aid Certified

Job description

SUMMARY

TechServ is currently seeking damage assessors willing to respond to major weather events and federal disasters that affect our utility partners throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. The Damage Assessor job is a seasonal and/or temporary position and workers are called upon throughout the year to assess storms lasting anywhere from 1 day to weeks at a time and often travel is required. Damage Assessors patrol electric transmission and distribution infrastructure and are responsible for reporting accurate information back to our host utility partners.

ASSESSOR JOB DUTIES

The following duties describe herein are a general statement of required essential functions performed regularly and continuously during a storm restoration event. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Damage Assessor positions are seasonal/temporary positions that are paid for the work performed and do not include benefits, vacation, and/or holiday pay.

• Assessors must prioritize safety by making informed decisions and conducting a thorough assessment of the surroundings to identify potential safety concerns.
• Working continuously for long hours over consecutive days and/or nights as needed.
• Assessors walk long distances patrolling electric transmission and distribution easements and rights-of-way and safely navigate the terrain and environmental conditions resulting from a disaster event.
• Must be able to follow circuit maps and understand the symbols for various types of electric utility equipment.
• Patrol and correctly identify all apparent damage to electric utility facilities in an assigned area.
• Locate, gather, assess, and report accurate and thorough information in the form and format as designated by the client or host company.
• Identify vegetation management needs and debris cleanup.
• Determine and report the types of utility crews needed to perform restoration services.
• Communicate information promptly and clearly to support efficient restoration efforts.
• Perform post-storm inspection to confirm repairs and construction standards.

ASSESSOR JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Considered applicants are required to complete Storm Services Damage Assessor training and pass a competency quiz to show proficiency in job requirements.
• This is a traveling position where extended periods away from home are often required with short notice.
• Be knowledgeable of the applicable electric utility safety rules.
• Possess knowledge and ability to identify electrical delivery facilities including but not limited to primary (high voltage) and secondary (low voltage) poles, wires, customer services, insulators, crossarms, transformers, fuses, reclosers, regulators, and other electrical distribution equipment.
• Ability to identify the difference between electric utility and communication facilities.
• Understand utility crew types and their capabilities to conduct repairs.
• Assessors must act in a professional and cautious manner to ensure the safety of self and the public.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) background check.

ASSESSOR SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years electric utility experience or completion of TechServ’s Storm Services Damage Assessor training and pass a proficiency quiz upon completion of training.
• Possess Smartphone device with data plan.
• Must be 21 years of age to drive TechServ provided rental vehicle.
• Must be available for the work hours required by the utility company’s schedule.
• Must be available to work until the completion of storm response and/or released by the utility.
• Be sufficiently fit for duty and able to walk long distances daily.
• Preferred: CPR/First Aid Certified

ASSESSOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Walking for long distances could be required.
• Prolonged sitting and standing are required.
• Occasional need to lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to always handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and utility needs.

VEHICLE AGREEMENT

• If personal vehicle used for Driving the following guidelines shall be followed:
  • Summer Storm Event: 4WD or AWD Truck or SUV Preferred
  • Winter Storm Event: 4WD or AWD Truck or SUV Required

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