TrampGPS
TrampGPS is a mobile app built for union linemen and the contractors who hire them, consolidating storm calls, storm rosters, and job boards from 400+ IBEW locals into one platform. It provides real-time outage alerts, verified member profiles, and a curated vendor directory with direct in-app messaging. The app is free for union members, with revenue from contractor subscriptions.
- Software Only
- Commerce & Shopping
Funding
Founders
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Product
Problem
Union linemen and contractors face a fragmented workflow when responding to power outages, relying on scattered phone calls, text chains, and separate local job boards to find storm work. This lack of a centralized system delays response times, makes it hard to verify credentials, and forces workers to juggle multiple tools during critical grid restoration efforts.
Solution
TrampGPS consolidates storm calls, storm rosters, and IBEW job boards into a single mobile application designed specifically for the union electrical trade. When the grid goes down, contractors post storm calls and verified union members receive instant alerts on their phones, enabling rapid mobilization. Outside of emergencies, the app provides access to job calls from more than 400 locals, a trade marketplace, and a vendor directory. The platform also includes a curated vendor directory connecting members with verified businesses offering tools, safety gear, vehicle services, and training, with direct in-app messaging capabilities.
Target Audience
Primary users are union electrical workers, particularly linemen, who need access to storm and job opportunities, along with contractors and companies that hire these workers and need to post calls quickly during outages.
Features
- Real-time storm call alerts pushed directly to verified union members' phones when outages occur
- Consolidated job board aggregating storm rosters and job calls from 400+ IBEW locals nationwide
- Verified member profiles tied to union local information for credential confirmation
- Curated vendor directory with 60+ verified businesses across categories including equipment, safety PPE, vehicle services, and training
- Direct messaging between members and vendors within the platform
- Search functionality for vendors by category, location, or service type