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How much do electric utility jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for electric utility in Ohio is $18.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.38 and $21.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an electric utility?

An Electric Utility job involves working for a company or organization that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to homes and businesses. Roles in this field can range from engineers and technicians to customer service representatives and lineworkers. Employees ensure the reliable delivery of power, maintain infrastructure, and respond to outages or emergencies. Many positions require technical knowledge, certification, or specialized training. Electric utility jobs are essential for maintaining energy grids and supporting communities with dependable electricity.

What does an electric utility do?

A typical day in an Electric Utility position might involve monitoring grid performance or distribution systems, coordinating with field crews to address maintenance issues, and analyzing data from control centers to optimize energy delivery. You may also participate in planning meetings, handle customer inquiries or outage reports, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Collaboration with engineers, technicians, and other utility professionals is common to keep operations running smoothly. This dynamic environment requires both proactive problem-solving and quick response to unexpected issues, making each day both challenging and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the electric utility position, and why are they important?

To excel in an Electric Utility role, you typically need a background in electrical engineering, energy management, or a related technical field, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with SCADA systems, GIS mapping software, load forecasting tools, and industry certifications such as NERC or PMP are often required. Effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability help individuals manage cross-departmental projects and respond to outages or system issues swiftly. These skills ensure reliable power delivery, efficient operations, and regulatory compliance in a complex and fast-evolving sector.

What are the most commonly searched types of Electric Utility jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Electric Utility jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Electric Utility jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Electric Utility job openings:

Infographic showing various Electric Utility job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,006 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Hybrid Utility Designer 2

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Columbus, OH • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Davey Tree rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Davey Tree

Based on 101 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6.7

Company rating compared to similar companies: 6.7 out of 10

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The best things about working at Davey Tree

  • 92%

    92% say their health insurance is affordable

    say their health insurance is affordable

  • 82%

    82% say they enjoy their job

    say they enjoy their job

  • 69%

    69% say they have respectful managers

    say they have respectful managers

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Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.  
Locations: Columbus, OH  
Additional Locations: Central and Southern Ohio 
Work Site: Hybrid   
Req ID: 228800 

Position Overview
The Hybrid Utility Designer 2 is responsible for planning, designing, verifying locations, inspecting, or otherwise capturing information related to utility and telecommunication assets. This junior-level role involves learning and applying technical skills under supervision, using routine procedures to address common challenges. Approximately 20% of the role will require field work in Central and Southern Ohio, with the remaining design work as remote. A company vehicle or travel reimbursement will be provided.

The Davey Tree Expert Company and its subsidiaries value each individual and strive to encourage diverse ideas and perspectives to inspire collaboration and empower our employees.  We believe our commitment to building a culture of belonging by treating everyone with respect, dignity, empathy, and care is critical to achieving our vision and mission.
Job Duties

Responsibilities:

  • Organize assigned proposals using client software
  • Communicate with homeowners/customers in the AES footprint to schedule on-site meetings and determine the scope of work
  • Maintain records of utility infrastructure.
  • Identify and mitigate safety risks.
  • Design aerial and underground utilities, ensuring compliance with AES engineering standards 
  • Optimize designs for cost-effectiveness and safety.
  • Design engineering prints and cost estimates using client provided software
  • Manage permitting processes.
  • Correct database errors.
  • Collaborate with project stakeholders for optimal design solutions.
  • Maintain vehicle and equipment, ensuring operational readiness.
  • Manage document systems effectively.
  • Respond to emergencies safely and promptly.
  • Report to supervisors accurately and promptly.
  • Participate in training events at the AES building in Dayton, OH.
  • Travel occasionally for on-site duties (1-3 days a week depending on workload).
  • Perform other assigned duties and adhere to company policies.
Qualifications

Required:

  • 2-4 years prior electric utility experience, preferably in low voltage distribution.
  • High-school diploma with electric utility or telecommunications industry experience OR a Bachelor's degree in engineering (or related technical field) with no prior industry experience.
  • Obtain and maintain professional certificates and licenses commensurate with project requirements.
  • Ability to read, understand and apply engineering construction standards to design projects.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in CAD/Outside Plant Engineering design software, PLA software, Microsoft Office applications, Google Workspace, and data entry.
  • Strong communication skills including written and verbal. Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
  • Perform basic arithmetic computations.
  • Apply understanding to carry out detailed instructions. Identify, address, and resolve problems involving multiple variables and varied situations.
  • State-issued driver's license and a personal vehicle for on-site travel.
  • Residence in Southwest or Central Ohio (Cinncinatti, Dayton, Columbus). Must live within a 45-minute drive of Dayton, OH.

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
  • Relevant distribution design experience.
  • Electric hazard identification, electric equipment identification, or communication equipment identification capability.
Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]:
We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
• Group health plans* 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan:  Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program* 
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union. 

Company Overview
Divisional Overview

​The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%


Working at Davey Tree

Perks for frontline workers

From Davey Tree, via Breakroom

  • Holidays and paid time off

  • Group health plans

  • Vision and dental insurance

  • 401K with a company match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount

  • Paid parental leave

  • Employee Educational Scholarship

  • Davey Family Scholarship

  • Employee referral bonus program

  • 20% discount on all Davey services

  • Child care discounts

  • Charitable matching gift program

  • Plus, so much more!

About Davey Tree, in their own words

From Davey Tree

At Davey, we care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We’re always striving to be our best, and we expect the same of each and every employee. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, flexibility and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels. And our unique employee-ownership model means you can have a stake in the success of our company every day, with every decision you make. Wherever you want to grow your career – from a new role to a new geography – there’s a place for you at Davey.

Company values

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Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, Perseverance


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