Storm restoration crews
for Arkansas
GDV Utilities mobilizes IBEW line crews to restore power after tornadoes, ice storms and severe thunderstorms in Arkansas, for utilities and prime contractors.
Ready before the storm
Arkansas sees spring tornado outbreaks, summer severe storms and winter ice storms that can damage distribution and transmission lines across the state.
Restoration work we handle
- Ice storm restoration: broken poles, crossarms and conductor
- Restoring feeders and laterals after derechos and severe thunderstorms
- Tree-related outage repairs alongside vegetation crews
- Replacing transformers, fuses and service drops
Working with your utility
Our crews have restored power on Entergy, AEP and OG&E systems, and we work under the host utility’s storm structure, safety rules and switching procedures.
Crews arrive self-sufficient with trucks, tools and PPE, ready to take assignments from your storm center.
Our storm crews at work
Pre-register GDV Utilities
Get our paperwork on file now so we can mobilize the moment you call.
Want to work Arkansas storms with GDV Utilities? Join our storm roster to get call-out alerts.
Common questions
Does GDV Utilities respond to storms in Arkansas?
Yes. GDV Utilities mobilizes line crews for storm restoration and mutual assistance in Arkansas and in all 50 states, for utilities and prime contractors.
How fast can your crews mobilize?
We staff and mobilize as soon as we receive a confirmed request. Call (951) 317-6134 to check crew availability for your event.
What does a storm crew include?
A typical crew is a Foreman, two Journeyman Linemen and a Groundman with a bucket truck, digger derrick and pickup. We scale to multiple crews for larger events.
Are your crews union?
Yes. GDV Utilities is signatory to IBEW Local 47 and Local 1245, and our crews work under the applicable local scale and conditions on storm events.
How do we pre-register GDV Utilities before storm season?
Request our vendor packet on the Utility Partners page, or email wwatson@gdvutilities.net. We provide our capability statement, insurance certificates and prequalification forms.
Need crews in Arkansas?
Call our 24/7 storm line or request crews online.