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How much do utility jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility in the United States is $19.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a utility worker?

Utility workers are employees responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of essential services such as water, electricity, gas, and waste management. Their duties may include installing, repairing, and maintaining utility infrastructure, responding to service outages, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Utility workers often work outdoors in various weather conditions and may be required to work irregular hours to address emergencies. This role is critical to ensuring that communities have reliable access to necessary public services.

What do utility workers do?

A utility worker performs general maintenance tasks, often for a public space or a plant that oversees a public utility, like power or water. These positions usually require physical labor and lifting, and depending on the industry may include the operation of specialized equipment or vehicles. Typical duties involve cleaning facilities, repairing and maintaining equipment, and more. Alternatively, a food service utility worker helps with basic restaurant operations. Their responsibilities often include cleaning dishes, maintaining equipment, and prepping food in the kitchen.

What are some common daily responsibilities for a utility worker in a facility or plant setting?

Utility Workers typically handle a variety of tasks that support smooth operations, such as cleaning and maintaining work areas, assisting with equipment setup or breakdown, and transporting materials or tools as needed. The role often requires flexibility, as priorities can shift based on production demands or urgent maintenance needs. Utility Workers frequently collaborate with supervisors, machine operators, and maintenance teams to ensure safety standards are met and workflows remain uninterrupted. This hands-on position is ideal for those who enjoy active work and being part of a supportive team environment.

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

To thrive as a Utility Worker, you need a solid understanding of maintenance procedures, basic mechanical skills, and often a high school diploma or GED. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and safety equipment is typically required, and some roles may require certifications like OSHA safety training. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication set outstanding utility workers apart. These skills ensure safety, operational efficiency, and effective teamwork in maintaining facilities or public infrastructure.

What is an example of a utility job?

A utility job is a role that involves maintaining and operating essential infrastructure such as water, electricity, gas, or sewage systems. Examples include linemen, water treatment plant operators, and electrical technicians, who often require technical skills and safety certifications. These jobs typically involve working outdoors or in industrial environments and may require specialized training or licensing.
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Infographic showing various Utility job openings in the United States 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 $41,029 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Senior Utility Coordinator

Altamonte Springs, FL • On-site

T2 Utility Engineers
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Join T2 Utility Engineers in Altamonte Springs, FL to play an integral role in providing reliable underground and above-ground utility information to reduce the risks that utilities present for infrastructure projects. T2ue helps clients manage the complexity of existing utilities with our professional and comprehensive Subsurface Utility Engineering, Utility Coordination, and Surveying services.

Our mission is to provide project stakeholders with quality utility information, professional insight, and deliverables that streamline construction, improve project safety, and set the standard for the utility engineering industry. Since 1993, our reputation has been built on providing incomparable service based on high standards of technical ability and project understanding.


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Identify and execute Utility Coordination strategies for any given contract, communicating that strategy to the Project Owner, Prime Designer and Utility Companies, and executing that strategy
  • Identification of Subsurface Utility Engineering requirements to properly identify utility infrastructure, engage and manage the completion of such SUE investigations
  • Identification of utility conflicts with each contract through a thorough examination and understanding of existing utility infrastructure and proposed project scope of work
  • Creation and maintenance of a Utility Conflict Matrix, Relocation Matrix, and utility relocation schedules
  • Identifying the need for, organizing and chairing utility coordination meetings, recording minutes and following up on action items
  • Participation in regularly scheduled project meetings
  • Calculation of utility relocation costs
  • Input into suggested utility relocation designs required to clear conflicts and meet the needs of the contract design
  • Include CAD / Jr. Utility Coordinator in project responsibilities, delegate, manage and review work to be completed
  • Prepare proposals for RFPs, collaborating with SUE, CCTV and Utility Design groups as needed
  • Oversight / management of project finances, including review of monthly project invoices, identification of scope creep / additional budget requirements, writing of proposals to obtain additional budget as required
  • Other duties/responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

  • The successful candidate will bring with them a strong and reputable background in the Municipal, Highway or Utility engineering industry
  • Candidates must have a strong knowledge of Utility Coordination practices, right-of-way management, utility design and construction, surveying and SUE mapping
  • The candidate must possess excellent presentation skills, and most importantly an outgoing personality and strong desire to succeed
  • Must have 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager
  • Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle is required, as travel to meetings is often required


We Offer a Complete Benefits Package! 

In addition to the opportunity to grow and advance, we offer competitive salaries, paid training, and comprehensive benefits with options to meet your needs, including;

  • Paid time off 
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical and prescription drug coverage – multiple plan options
  • Flexible Spending (FSA), Dependent Care (DCA), or Health Savings (HSA) accounts
  • Dental 
  • Vision 
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Parental, Family and Medical leave
  • 401-K retirement plan w/company match
  • Life insurance
  • Short / long term disability
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Spot and annual bonus incentives
  • Employee discounts andperks


* Please Note that selected candidates will be required to pass a drug, background, and reference screening. 

T2 Utility Engineers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status or disability. If you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment or application process, please contact Human Resources.

T2 Utility Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any T2 Utility Engineers employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by T2 Utility Engineers and approved by the T2 Utility Engineers Talent Acquisition Team.