What are the responsibilities and job description for the Storm Damage Assessor (On call work) position at McCall-Thomas Engineering?
McCall Thomas Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking Storm Damage Assessors to work with us on a contract basis as we are called to respond during natural disasters. We work with utilities in the Southeast to assist with power restoration when needed.
If you are a current or former Distribution/Transmission Journeyman or a Distribution Field Engineer with at least 5 years’ experience and would like to be on our Storm Assessment Response Crew, we'd like to hear from you! you will be asked to complete a (brief) application and W-9 form. Having these forms completed in advance of a storm will allow us to respond more quickly when called up to serve a utility partner.
Work is on-call and assessors must be prepared to mobilize on short notice.
Our rates:
Assessors= $50/hr.
Drivers= $20/hr.
If Vehicle (4WD/AWD only) is provided by Assessor= $10 per hour will be added to cover gas and expenses. (McT is not responsible for any damage caused to your vehicle while preforming work.)
Meals and lodging will be provided (If meals are not provided by the client, an additional $50 per overnight stay will be added to cover your meal expenses.)
**Top priority will be given to Assessors providing their own driver and vehicle (4WD or AWD).**
Assessors must be equipped with a smart phone device.
Qualifications/Skills (REQUIRED):
- 3 years’ experience as a Journeyman Lineman or Distribution Field Engineer
- Valid Driver’s License
- Designer experience (a plus)
Candidate must be capable of walking long distances to the power lines to check all right of ways under various terrain and weather conditions. Weather conditions may include snow, ice, or high heat and humidity. The terrain conditions may include off-road rural areas in swampy or overgrown right of ways or mountainous areas.
At McCall-Thomas Engineering we have been providing quality engineering and technical services since 1945. With more than 200 clients, McCall-Thomas continues to take great pride in utilizing our experience and efficiency to provide the highest quality engineering and technical services for the ultimate success of our valued clients. Visit mccallthomas.com to learn more.
Salary : $10 - $20