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How much do underground electrical jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for underground electrical in the United States is $34.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $40.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an underground electrical worker?

Underground electrical workers are skilled professionals responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical cables and systems that are buried below ground. Their work ensures the safe transmission and distribution of electricity to homes, businesses, and infrastructure without visible overhead wires. These workers often collaborate with engineers, utility companies, and construction teams to prevent outages and maintain safety standards. They also conduct inspections and respond to emergencies, making their role critical to uninterrupted electrical service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an underground electrical worker?

To thrive as an Underground Electrical Worker, you need a solid understanding of electrical systems, safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional vocational training or apprenticeship preferred. Familiarity with tools like cable locators, trenchers, and adherence to OSHA and NFPA 70E safety standards or certifications is common. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable installation and maintenance of underground electrical systems.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in underground electrical roles, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in underground electrical roles often encounter challenges such as working in confined spaces, dealing with unpredictable soil conditions, and ensuring the safety of both themselves and nearby infrastructure. Effective communication with team members, thorough site assessments, and adherence to strict safety protocols are essential for managing these challenges. Additionally, ongoing training and staying updated on the latest industry standards help ensure safe and efficient operations in this demanding environment.

What is the difference between Underground Electrical vs Electrical Lineman?

AspectUnderground ElectricalElectrical Lineman
CertificationsElectrical licenses, OSHA safety trainingElectrical licenses, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentUnderground vaults, tunnels, trenchesUtility poles, overhead lines, street-side
Industry UsagePower distribution, infrastructure projectsOverhead power lines, maintenance

Underground Electrical workers focus on installing and maintaining electrical systems below ground, often working in confined spaces like vaults and tunnels. Electrical Linemen primarily work on overhead power lines and utility poles. Both roles require similar certifications and safety training but differ mainly in work environment and specific tasks.

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Infographic showing various Underground Electrical job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,669 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Underground Electrician

Northern Star Pogo LLC

Delta Junction, AK • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) is an Australian ASX 100 gold producer with Tier-1 world-class projects located in highly prospective and low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America. Northern Star is among the top 10 gold producers globally. Northern Star continues to invest in building a strong asset base through strategic acquisitions and aggressive exploration to extend the mine lives across its world-class operations and generate earning accretive value for its Shareholders through operational effectiveness.

Due to internal promotion, Northern Star (Pogo) LLC has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an Underground Electrician at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule.

What’s the role?

The Underground Electrician reports to the Electrical Supervisor, and the primary role is the installation and maintenance of electrical infrastructure within the operations.

Duties include:

  • Complete monthly scheduled compliance work to a high standard.
  • Installation of underground electrical reticulation and infrastructure.
  • Breakdown and maintenance repairs on underground drilling equipment.
  • Installation, maintenance and repairs of underground remote, communication and network systems.
  • Maintenance and breakdown repairs of electrical infrastructure, dewatering infrastructure and telemetry are completed to a high standard.
  • Liaise closely and maintain effective communication with Electrical Supervisor and other key Stakeholders.
  • Attend daily pre-start meeting to ensure effective communication and handovers between crews with regard to electrical maintenance plans, and see that issue are completed in detail.
  • Rigorous cost management. Avoid rework and unnecessary use of parts/services.
  • Continuously review scheduled jobs to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Highlight equipment defects and issues, effectively utilising the electrical management process.
  • Carry out and provide input to the development of and follow SWPs/JHAs and World Precision Instrument (WPI), ensuring risks are mitigated, and safety standards are met. Undertake team-based risk assessments as required.
  • Ensure correct history is collected and effectively recorded.
  • Ensure correct electrical testing is completed to comply with standards and that all documentation is recorded correctly and in a timely manner.
  • Update all registers and drawings on completion of all tasks/installations prior to end of shift.
  • Provide input into the annual performance reviews for Electrical Apprentices.
  • Ensure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard IDs, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting.
  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.
  • Other duties as required.

The specifics:

Qualifications Required

  • Current Driver’s License.
  • Journeyman License

Desired Experience & Competencies

  • Minimum 3 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
  • High Voltage switching ticket (desirable).
  • Computer literacy – Microsoft Office, etc.
  • Good communication skills.
  • High Voltage switching ticket.
  • Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
  • Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.
  • Be able to pass a background check and post offer physical.

The details:

Working a 28 day on, 14 day off rotating schedule up to 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Extreme conditions, including but not limited to extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

Employees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi-Fi & cable TV. Cell service is available through Wi-Fi. The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.