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ACI Infotech

Database Administrator

Role: Database Administrator Location: Remote ( Candidate must be Local) Term: 12+ Months The ... Will build and use existing Adabas utilities to maintain database scheduled activities, or to use ...

Cat Technology Inc

Cassandra DBA

Dallas, TX · On-site

Proficient with all Cassandra utilities (nodetool, cqlsh etc) Qualifications 2+ years of Cassandra DBA experience. Additional Information Urgent need!!!!! Cassandra DBA 2 positions Location :Dallas ...

Cat Technology Inc

Cassandra DBA

Dallas, TX · On-site

Proficient with all Cassandra utilities (nodetool, cqlsh etc) Qualifications 2+ years of Cassandra DBA experience. Additional Information Urgent need!!!!! Cassandra DBA 2 positions Location :Dallas ...

City of Missoula

Utility Engineer

Missoula, MT

$45.49 - $56.07/hr

Collaborate with City staff to identify and prioritize capital improvement needs for municipal utilities; develop and manage project budgets; serve as grant administrator for state and federal ...

City of Missoula, MT

Utility Engineer

Missoula, MT · On-site

$45.49 - $56.07/hr

Collaborate with City staff to identify and prioritize capital improvement needs for municipal utilities; develop and manage project budgets; serve as grant administrator for state and federal ...

Golden Corral

Utility

Roxboro, NC · On-site

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

Free food & snacks Our franchise organization, Stocks Investments Inc, dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Utility Person / Dishwasher is ...

Donato Technologies, Inc

C2M Admin

Dallas, TX · On-site

Energy & Utilities Project Name: 2JRC- C2M Admin ( Application Database Administrator Oracle Enterprise Applications ) * Knowledge of C2M * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems ...

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How much do utility administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility administrator in the United States is $21.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Utility Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Utility Administrator, you need a solid understanding of utility operations, regulatory compliance, and data management, often supported by a degree in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with billing software, customer information systems (CIS), and spreadsheet applications is typically required. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage customer accounts and resolve issues efficiently. These competencies ensure accurate utility administration, regulatory adherence, and effective customer service.

What are Utility Administrators?

Utility Administrators are professionals responsible for managing the daily operations, finances, and regulatory compliance of utility services such as water, electricity, gas, or waste management within an organization or municipality. They oversee billing, customer service, coordination with utility providers, and ensure that all services run efficiently and in accordance with legal requirements. Their role often includes budgeting, policy implementation, and addressing service interruptions or customer concerns. Utility Administrators play a key part in maintaining reliable utility services and improving operational efficiency.

What are some common challenges Utility Administrators face when coordinating between field crews and office staff?

Utility Administrators often encounter challenges in ensuring effective communication and coordination between field crews and office personnel. Managing schedules, relaying urgent work orders, and updating records in real-time can be complex, especially during outages or maintenance emergencies. Utilizing digital work management systems and maintaining clear, consistent communication channels are essential for minimizing misunderstandings and keeping operations running smoothly. Proactive problem-solving and adaptability are key strengths for succeeding in this aspect of the role.
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Infographic showing various Utility Administrator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,979 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Database Administrator II or III

City Utilities of Springfield, MO

Springfield, MO • On-site

$1.8K - $2.3K/wk

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Connect to a career at City Utilities! CU has been connecting our community to the services they need for every day life since 1945. From electricity to power our lives, clean water to be healthy, natural gas to stay warm, internet to keep businesses connected, to transit services to get them where they need to go.
Pay Details:
Database Administrator II - (Grade 58)
Minimum: $1,618.87/ week
Midpoint: $2,023.60
Database Administrator III - (Grade 59)
Minimum: $1,851.10/ week
Midpoint: $2,313.86
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Job Description:
The Database Administrator plays a key role in supporting City Utilities' critical systems by ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of enterprise database environments. This position is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing databases, while proactively managing backups, recovery, patching, and system upgrades to support high availability and business continuity. The ideal candidate will monitor system performance, resolve database issues, and help shape data management strategies that support both current operations and future growth.
What You'll Do
Depending on qualifications and experience, responsibilities may include:
  • Analyze and define database management system (DBMS) properties to meet current and future needs of City Utilities.
  • Maintain proficiency in supported RDBMS systems through ongoing education, training, seminars, publications, and other sources as appropriate and available.
  • Monitor and review database logs, notifications, and reports to identify alerts or abnormalities, responding to incidents as needed.
  • Plan, establish, and manage backup and recovery procedures (both offline and online, physical and logical) to ensure business continuity and application SLAs.
  • Perform or assist with database patching, updates, upgrades, and migration procedures.

What We're Looking For:
Database Administrator II:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Minimum 3 years' recent SQL Server or Oracle Database Administrator experience is required.
  • Exceptional experience in the technical field, like a Linux/Windows Administrator or Network Administrator, will be considered in lieu of database administrator experience on a year-for-year basis.

Database Administrator III:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Minimum 6 years' recent SQL Server or Oracle Database Administrator experience is required.
  • Exceptional experience in the technical field, like a Linux/Windows Administrator or Network Administrator, will be considered in lieu of database administrator experience on a year-for-year basis.
  • Oracle DBA certification including OCP, or OCM, or Microsoft SQL certification including MCSA, or MCSP is required.

Preferred Skills
  • Advanced proficiency (MBA, CCP, etc.)
  • OS administration / shell scripting / PowerShell scripting is preferred.

Why Join Us?
  • Work on projects that directly impact the safety and reliability of essential community services.
  • Collaborate with experienced utility professionals in a supportive team environment.
  • Lead meaningful infrastructure improvements and long-term system planning efforts.
  • Build your career through challenging technical work, project leadership, and professional growth opportunities.

Working Conditions:
Normal office environment. May require occasional late hours and weekend work.
Additional Information:
  • Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and receive detailed information through oral communication.
  • Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and close visual acuity to operate a computer is required.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Candidates must be able to work effectively with diverse groups and adapt to evolving technologies and systems.
  • Employee must remain alert and aware of their surroundings at all times and maintain the ability to respond to changing circumstances in a timely manner.

For a complete job description, please contact the Recruitment Office at (417) 831-8460.
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