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Zachry

Utility Labor - Cement

San Antonio, TX

This role performs groundskeeping, janitorial support, and light equipment operation while assisting plant and office personnel with assigned tasks. The Utility Laborer supports daily plant ...

Zachry

Utility Labor - Cement

San Antonio, TX

This role performs groundskeeping, janitorial support, and light equipment operation while assisting plant and office personnel with assigned tasks. The Utility Laborer supports daily plant ...

Zachry

Utility Labor - Cement

San Antonio, TX

This role performs groundskeeping, janitorial support, and light equipment operation while assisting plant and office personnel with assigned tasks. The Utility Laborer supports daily plant ...

Zachry

Utility Labor - Cement

San Antonio, TX

This role performs groundskeeping, janitorial support, and light equipment operation while assisting plant and office personnel with assigned tasks. The Utility Laborer supports daily plant ...

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How much do utility groundman jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility groundman in Texas is $18.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $21.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a utility groundman?

Utility Groundmen are entry-level workers who assist linemen and other utility crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical power lines and related equipment. They perform essential tasks such as preparing tools, handling materials, setting up work sites, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Although they do not work directly on energized lines, their support is crucial for the efficient and safe operation of utility projects. This role is often a starting point for those looking to advance to higher positions like apprentice lineman or journeyman.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a utility groundman?

To thrive as a Utility Groundman, you need a solid understanding of electrical safety, basic utility maintenance, and a high school diploma or GED, often paired with a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL). Familiarity with hand and power tools, bucket trucks, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically required. Strong teamwork, communication, and a commitment to following safety protocols are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure safe, efficient field operations and support for linemen during utility installation and repairs.

What challenges do utility groundmen face when working on a line crew, and how can they prepare for them?

Utility Groundmen often encounter challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, handling physically demanding tasks, and maintaining strict safety protocols while supporting lineworkers. Adapting to fast-paced, outdoor environments and effectively communicating with team members are key to success. To prepare, candidates should focus on building physical endurance, becoming familiar with safety standards, and developing a strong teamwork mindset, as collaboration and clear communication are essential on every job site.

What is the difference between Utility Groundman vs Lineman?

AspectUtility GroundmanLineman
CredentialsHigh school diploma, OSHA safety training, sometimes apprenticeshipHigh school diploma, apprenticeship, journeyman certification
Work EnvironmentAssist with equipment, ground safety, and support tasks, often in outdoor utility settingsInstall, maintain, and repair power lines, often working at heights and in outdoor environments
Industry UsageUtility companies, electrical contractorsUtility companies, electrical service providers

The Utility Groundman primarily supports linemen by handling ground tasks, safety, and equipment. Linemen perform the main installation and repair of power lines, often working at heights. Both roles require safety training and are essential in the electrical utility industry, but linemen have more advanced skills and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Utility Groundman job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,928 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

KGI Utility Solutions - Journeyman Lineman

KGI Utility Solutions

Schertz, TX • On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Journeyman Lineman – Electric Utility Distribution $45-$50/hr + Overtime and Per Diem for qualifying work

Location: Selma / San Antonio / South-Central Texas

Company: KGI Utility Solutions

Employment Type: Full-Time / with advancement opportunities

Industry: Electric Utility Distribution

Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision

Join KGI Utility Solutions

KGI Utility Solutions is hiring an experienced Journeyman Lineman to support electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, switching, and storm restoration throughout South-Central Texas.

This is an electric utility distribution position — not telecommunications.

We are looking for a safety-focused journeyman with hands-on experience working overhead and underground distribution systems, energized lines, transformers, switching equipment, and utility construction equipment.

What You'll Do

As a Journeyman Lineman with KGI Utility Solutions, you will:

  • Build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair overhead and underground electric distribution systems
  • Perform energized line work in accordance with KGI and client safety procedures
  • Perform distribution switching operations safely and accurately
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot transformers, reclosers, TripSavers, regulators, capacitors, sectionalizing equipment, and associated distribution equipment
  • Perform pole changeouts, framing, conductor installation, service work, and distribution system upgrades
  • Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers, backyard machines, and other electric utility equipment
  • Troubleshoot outages and assist with fault isolation and power restoration
  • Support emergency response, storm restoration, and mutual-aid assignments
  • Conduct job briefings, tailboards, and hazard assessments before beginning work
  • Follow utility construction standards, specifications, and safe-work practices
  • Inspect and properly maintain tools, PPE, vehicles, and utility equipment
  • Help train, mentor, and develop apprentice linemen and groundmen
  • Represent KGI Utility Solutions professionally when working with customers and utility clients

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • DOL Journeyman Lineman Certification
  • Successful completion of a Department of Labor-approved Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program
  • Minimum 3+ years of electric utility distribution experience as a Journeyman Lineman
  • Experience performing energized electric distribution work
  • Experience with overhead distribution construction and maintenance
  • Valid Texas Class A CDL with clean MVR
  • Valid DOT Medical Certificate
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read and interpret electric utility construction standards and switching procedures
  • Ability to safely operate utility line equipment and vehicles
  • OSHA 10 certification or ability to obtain within the first 90 days of employment
  • Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening and fit-for-duty requirements

Preferred Experience

We're especially interested in candidates with experience in:

  • Overhead and underground electric distribution
  • Municipal, cooperative, or investor-owned utility systems
  • Hot-line / energized work methods
  • Distribution switching
  • Transformer installation and troubleshooting
  • Reclosers, regulators, capacitors, TripSavers, and sectionalizing equipment
  • Underground troubleshooting and fault locating
  • Distribution automation and grid modernization
  • Storm restoration and mutual aid
  • Apprentice and groundman mentorship

Work Environment

This is a hands-on field position supporting electric utility operations throughout South-Central Texas.

Journeyman Linemen must be able to:

  • Work outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, and storm conditions
  • Climb poles and work safely from elevated positions and aerial devices
  • Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds
  • Work around energized electric distribution equipment
  • Travel throughout the South-Central Texas region as needed
  • Respond to storm restoration and emergency call-outs
  • Work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays when required
  • Successfully complete annual hurt-man rescue and required safety training
  • Wear and properly use all required PPE and safety equipment

Why KGI Utility Solutions?

At KGI Utility Solutions, experienced lineworkers are an important part of building a safe, dependableelectric utility operation.

Our benefits include:

  • Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • HSA with employer contribution
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Per diem for qualifying work
  • Optional Life and Disability coverage
  • Ongoing safety and technical training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Storm restoration and emergency response opportunities
  • A growing electric utility organization where experienced linemen can make an impact

Apply Today

If you're a Journeyman Lineman with electric utility distribution experience and you're looking for your next opportunity in South-Central Texas, apply today.