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How much do entry level substation apprentice jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level substation apprentice in the United States is $45,046.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,000.00 and $50,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Substation Apprentice vs Substation Technician?

AspectEntry Level Substation ApprenticeSubstation Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or GED, basic technical trainingHigh school diploma, technical certification or associate degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentTraining sites, construction areas, substation facilitiesOperational substations, maintenance sites, fieldwork
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, power companies, electrical contractorsUtilities, power generation, electrical service providers

Entry Level Substation Apprentices typically undergo training and gain hands-on experience under supervision, focusing on learning safety protocols and basic electrical work. Substation Technicians are more experienced, performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs independently. Both roles are essential in the electrical power industry, with apprentices progressing toward technician roles as they gain skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Substation Apprentice job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 88% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $45,046 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Substation Construction Apprentice (Statewide)

Phillips, Inc.

Myrtle Beach, SC • On-site

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Re-posted 28 days ago


Phillips 66 rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 87 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 86 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Summary:

We are seeking Substation Construction Apprentices to join our T&D Services team in Alabama and Georgia. This is an entry level position that will enter the Phillips Inc. Apprenticeship Program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Perform substation construction and maintenance with minimal to no supervision. This includes trenching, installing conduit, pulling cable, wiring of outdoor electrical equipment, installing ground grids, installing foundations, setting steel structures, installing buswork and conductors, welding aluminum buswork, setting and adjusting air switches, installing circuit breakers, and setting main power transformers.
  • Follow all verbal and written instructions from senior crew members.
  • Operate company vehicle.
  • Assist Electricians by making ready materials and stocking trucks.
  • Learn to operate aerial lifts, forklifts, skidsteers, backhoes, excavators, boom trucks, and other equipment used in the construction of electrical substations.
  • Perform services in a safe and timely manner.
  • Maintain company equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements:

  • Clean driving record, Class A Commercial Driver's License preferred.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to perform manual labor i.e., digging, trenching, lifting, etc.
  • Be able to lift/move 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to pass a skills assessment at start of employment.
  • Pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 1 year construction experience.
  • Completion of an accredited Substation Apprentice Program, or 2-4 years in the T&D construction industry.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.


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