What is the pay outlook for Skilled Labor & Manufacturing?
Skilled labor jobs like manufacturing, construction and warehousing are in high demand. Warehousing and logistics jobs are projected to grow rapidly with the growth of e-commerce and often pay higher salaries than other jobs that don't require a college degree. While a college degree is not generally required, training in new skills or earning certifications and licenses can be a way to earn a higher salary. While job opportunities are projected to grow, automation remains a risk to the long-term job outlook.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Utility Worker in United States are Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $49,406, Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $43,282, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $43,119, Transportation & Logistics with a median total pay of $42,228, and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $41,160.
Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services
The top paying company in Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services for Utility Worker is Fluor.
Frequently asked questions about Utility Worker salaries
The average salary for Utility Worker is $48,217 per year or $23 per hour, with top earners making up to $64,801 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $41,688 (25th percentile) to $56,376 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 2575 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Utility Worker employees.
The highest salary for Utility Worker is $56,376 per year, $4,698 per month or $27 per hour.
The lowest salary for Utility Worker is $41,688 per year, $3,474 per month or $20 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Utility Worker ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $62,539 per year (estimate) and goes up to $206,433 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Recent salaries shared by Utility Worker
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Utility Worker
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1-3 years
$54K/yr
($54K • $0)
Portland, OR
submitted on Sep 10, 2025
$54K/yr
$54K • $0
Utility Worker
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1-3 years
$38K/yr
($38K • $0)
Salem, OH
submitted on Sep 6, 2025
$38K/yr
$38K • $0
Utility Worker
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10-14 years
$86K/yr
($86K • $0)
Mason City, IA
submitted on Sep 4, 2025
$86K/yr
$86K • $0
Utility Worker
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10-14 years
$78K/yr
($75K • $3K)
Pittsburgh, PA
submitted on Sep 3, 2025
$78K/yr
$75K • $3K
Utility Worker
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1-3 years
$35K - $41K/yr
Houston, TX
submitted on Aug 20, 2025
$35K - $41K/yr
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