Damage Assessor

We are inviting you to join our team as a crucial member of our storm response efforts here at UtilityPower. As a damage assessor, you will play a vital role in assessing and documenting the impact of storms on various utilities throughout the US. Your expertise and dedication will directly contribute to ensuring communities get their power back on in a timely manner.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 5 years electric utility experience and/or prior damage assessment experience or successful completion of a damage assessment training course.
• Must be available to work all hours required by the electric utility.
• Be fit for duty and able to walk long distances through various types of terrain.
• In most cases you will need to provide your own vehicle.
• Must have a smartphone device with a data plan and wireless capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting on-site assessments: You will be responsible for visiting affected areas to assess the extent of damage on distribution powerlines caused by severe storm events.
• Documenting damage: You will carefully observe damage during your assessments and document the information as the utility sees fit. Some utilities have their own application that you will need to become familiar with in order to accurately and efficiently collect information that needs to be relayed back to the utility.
• Prioritizing safety: Safety is our top priority. You will adhere to safety protocols and guidelines at all times to ensure your well-being and the well-being of others during damage assessment activities.
• Providing accurate assessments: Your assessments will be used to determine the scope of damage on all components of the utility's system. You will identify equipment needed to make repairs. Accuracy and attention to detail is crucially important.

By joining our team as a damage assessor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the aftermath of storms, helping communities recover. Your expertise and commitment are invaluable as we work together to provide support and assistance to those in need.

If you are interested in becoming a part of our storm response team and contributing to our mission, please apply for this position. We look forward to welcoming you aboard and working together to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Thank you!

-UtilityPower Storm Team

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $500.00 - $1,300.00 per day

Travel requirement:

• Up to 100% travel

Work setting:

• Outdoor work

Application Question(s):

• How many years of electric utility experience do you have?
• Have you ever completed a damage assessor training course?
• Give an explanation of your work experience in the electric utility industry?

Experience:

• electric utility: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albany, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road