Wire Down Guard/ Wire Down Watcher

UtilityPower is seeking individuals to perform wire down guard duty on electrical distribution lines, from substations to individual customers or businesses locations as needed.

This is a seasonal weather-dependent position requiring travel within the United States. Travel may involve using your personal or a rental vehicle. Rental vehicle requires you to be 21 years or older, under 21 will have to furnish their own transportation. Wire Down Guards/ Wire down watchers will be placed on a storm roster and contacted when weather-related events occur. Job assignments may last from one day to several weeks, depending on the extent of damage.

Wire down Guard/ Wire Down watcher Job Duties:

• Respond to alerts, and travel to link up sites only when given the word to proceed prior to reporting for work.

• Report to your Team Lead and or Storm Manager when you arrive on site, and if you are sent out on a ticket to watch down lines. Ensure you give them the ticket number, address, and time you leave, arrive on site.

• Document and report findings in the format designated by the client.

• Ensure safety at all times, for yourself, your team, and others in the field.

• Communicate effectively and professionally.

Job Requirements:

• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures. Stay awake, and in the required personal protective gear. IE Hard Hat, work boots, reflective vest.

• Willingness to respond promptly to assignments, including short-notice requests.

• Valid driver's license with no time or state-based restrictions.

• Personal vehicle in presentable condition with full insurance coverage, or ability to maintain cleanliness and fuel receipts for rental vehicles.

Skills Requirements for Wire down guard/ Wire down watcher:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to use technology and adapt to new systems or platforms, as required by the utility.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods and distances.

• Capacity to handle stressful situations and long hours.

• Ability to follow instructions or guidance as given.

Benefits: Competitive pay, personal vehicle and expense reimbursement, referral program. Military and First responders preferred.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program

Work Location: On the road