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How much do distribution groundman jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average weekly pay for distribution groundman in the United States is $1,522.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,269.23 and $1,692.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a distribution groundman?

A Distribution Groundman is an entry-level utility worker who assists lineworkers in installing, maintaining, and repairing power distribution systems. Their duties include handling tools, operating equipment, setting poles, and ensuring a safe work environment. They also help transport materials and prepare job sites. This role is physically demanding and requires working outdoors in various weather conditions. Groundmen often advance to lineman positions after gaining experience and completing training.

What does a distribution groundman do?

A typical day for a Distribution Groundman involves assisting lineworkers with building, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electrical distribution lines. You'll be responsible for tasks such as loading and unloading materials, preparing tools and equipment, flagging traffic around worksites, and maintaining job site cleanliness and safety. Groundmen often work outdoors in various weather conditions and must be comfortable with physical labor and following strict safety protocols. You’ll frequently collaborate with linemen, foremen, and other crew members, making communication and teamwork essential to the job. This role offers hands-on experience and is often an entry point for those interested in pursuing a career as a lineman or other higher-level positions in the utility industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a distribution groundman?

To thrive as a Distribution Groundman, you need a basic understanding of electrical distribution systems, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand tools, safety equipment, and OSHA regulations is typically required, and some employers may require a CDL or completion of specific safety training. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a reliable work ethic can set you apart in this role. These qualities are crucial for ensuring safety, supporting line crews effectively, and contributing to smooth distribution operations.

How to get hired as a distribution groundman?

To get hired as a distribution groundman, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must pass a background check and drug test. Relevant skills include physical fitness, the ability to operate hand tools and equipment, and knowledge of safety procedures; some employers may require completion of safety training or certifications. Gaining experience through entry-level positions or apprenticeships can improve chances of employment in this field.
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Infographic showing various Distribution Groundman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,176 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Distribution Groundman - Orange Region

Southern California Edison (SCE)

Westminster, CA • On-site

$33.97 - $46.27/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Join the Clean Energy Revolution
Become a Distribution Groundman at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you'll be responsible for the construction, inspection, maintenance, and restoration of all overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
As a Distribution Groundman, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions, and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to tackle the challenge to help us build the future?
Responsibilities
  • Assists Linemen to gain poles, frame cross-arms, assemble guys, and splice wire.
  • Loads and unloads material.
  • Raises material and tools on pole or tower by use of handline.
  • Dismantles material removed from the line and places on trucks.
  • Digs holes for poles and anchors.
  • Drives ground rods and pull wires and guys to tension.
  • Attends winch while handling heavy material and attends reels while stringing wire.
  • Makes and maintains trails, fells trees, hoes weeds around poles and towers.
  • Learns tools, materials, and methods of line construction and maintenance.
  • Operates truck and power equipment used in overhead and underground line construction. May occasionally operate vehicles up to the 12,000 lb. unladen weight class.
  • Maintains a safety "own it" attitude where you choose to be safe for what and who you value.
  • Performs other miscellaneous manual labor functions as advised.
  • A material job duty of all positions within the Company is ensuring the protection of all its physical, financial and cybersecurity assets, and properly accessing and managing private customer data, proprietary information, confidential medical records, and other types of highly sensitive information and data with the highest standards of conduct and integrity.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience or training with basic construction activities.
  • Possess a valid Class A motor vehicle operator's license.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with electrical tools, materials, and methods employed in overhead and underground line construction and maintenance.
  • Experience as a Groundman working on overhead and underground construction.
  • A certificate of completion from an SCE-accredited training program with Pole Climbing Endorsement such as East LA Skills Center, LA Trade Tech, Northwest Lineman's College, Electrical Lineman Apprentice, Electrical Line Worker or Electrical Utility Program.
  • Experience with performing heavy manual labor.
  • CPR certification from Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Additional Information
  • Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, hiring process, and more!
  • Relocation assistance will not be offered.
  • This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.
  • Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act
  • We have multiple Groundman postings specific to the work location that is hiring. Please apply to locations you're interested to work in.

Testing
  • This position requires testing and applicants who are identified to continue through the selection process will be invited to test via email. Reference our Information Guides for the following tests: EEI CAST (Test #5108) and Groundman Physical Performance (Test #4015). Candidates who have previously passed these assessment(s), in some cases, may not need to retest again for this position.
  • The EEI CAST (Test #5108) is held in Irwindale, California. The Groundman Physical Performance (Test #4015) is held in Chino or Westminster, California. We do not offer travel reimbursement for this position. Please note that the EEI CAST and Physical are held on different days, usually a few weeks apart.

About Southern California Edison
The people at SCE don't just keep the lights on. Our mission is so much bigger. We're fueling the kind of innovation that's changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet. Join us and create a future with cleaner energy, while providing our customers with the safety and reliability they demand. At SCE, you'll have a chance to grow personally and professionally, making a real impact in Southern California and around the world.
Southern California Edison is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at (833) 343-0727.

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