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Cable Pullers Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cable Pullers - (4 Techs / $30hr / Start 7/6/26) Hiring 4 Cable Installers to support a communications customer with an installation project to run coax cables. Anyone that has run cable and ...

Cable Puller Lead

Taylor, TX

$18 - $20.75/hr

Lead and supervise a team of cable pullers during daily operations * Coordinate cable pulling activities with electricians, foremen, and project supervisors * Read and interpret blueprints, cable ...

Cable Puller Lead

Taylor, TX · On-site

$18 - $20.75/hr

Lead and supervise a team of cable pullers during daily operations * Coordinate cable pulling activities with electricians, foremen, and project supervisors * Read and interpret blueprints, cable ...

Cable Puller Lead

Taylor, TX · On-site

$18 - $20.75/hr

Lead and supervise a team of cable pullers during daily operations * Coordinate cable pulling activities with electricians, foremen, and project supervisors * Read and interpret blueprints, cable ...

Cable Puller

Hermiston, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $21.25/hr

Description Team Fishel, the Best Choice Employer in the utility construction business, is looking to hire Cable Pullers for our Hermiston and Boardman , Oregon locations. A Cable Puller at Team ...

Cable Puller

Taylor, TX · On-site

$18 - $20.75/hr

Doota Industrial America is seeking dependable and physically capable Cable Pullers for a 3-month contract at the Samsung Semiconductor Plant in Taylor, Texas. You will work alongside licensed ...

Cable Puller

Taylor, TX · On-site

$19/hr

Doota Industrial America is seeking dependable and physically capable Cable Pullers for a 3-month contract at the Samsung Semiconductor Plant in Taylor, Texas. You will work alongside licensed ...

Cable Puller

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$17.25 - $19.75/hr

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Cable Pullers to support structured cabling and infrastructure installations in a high-demand data center environment. This role is responsible for pulling ...

Cable Puller

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Cable Pullers to support structured cabling and infrastructure installations in a high-demand data center environment. This role is responsible for pulling ...

Cable Puller

Taylor, TX

$18 - $20.75/hr

Description Doota Industrial America is seeking dependable and physically capable Cable Pullers for a 3-month contract at the Samsung Semiconductor Plant in Taylor, Texas. You will work alongside ...

Cable Puller

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17 - $19.75/hr

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Cable Pullers to support structured cabling and infrastructure installations in a high-demand data center environment. This role is responsible for pulling ...

Cable Puller

Muskogee, OK · On-site

$17 - $19.75/hr

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Cable Pullers to support structured cabling and infrastructure installations in a high-demand data center environment. This role is responsible for pulling ...

Future CST and Cable Puller Roles

Springville, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $19/hr

We are building a pipeline of experienced Cable Pullers and Construction Surveillance Technicians for upcoming work. Why an Evergreen Requisition? This posting is not tied to a specific current ...

Cable Puller Helper

Taylor, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist cable pullers and electricians with pulling wire and cable through conduit, cable trays, and raceways * Help stage, organize, and transport cable reels, tools, and materials ...

Cable Puller Helper

Taylor, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist cable pullers and electricians with pulling wire and cable through conduit, cable trays, and raceways * Help stage, organize, and transport cable reels, tools, and materials ...

Cable Puller Helper

Taylor, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist cable pullers and electricians with pulling wire and cable through conduit, cable trays, and raceways * Help stage, organize, and transport cable reels, tools, and materials ...

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How much do cable pullers jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for cable pullers in the United States is $18.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cable Pullers vs Electricians?

AspectCable PullersElectricians
CredentialsTypically no formal licensing, some certificationsLicensed and certified in electrical work
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, telecom, utility projectsResidential, commercial, industrial electrical systems
Job ResponsibilitiesPulling and installing cables and wiresInstalling, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems

While Cable Pullers focus on pulling and installing cables, Electricians have broader responsibilities including electrical system installation and repair. Cable Pullers often work under supervision, whereas Electricians are licensed professionals. Both roles are essential in construction and utility projects, but Electricians require formal certification and have a wider scope of work.

How to be a cable puller?

To become a cable puller, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, physical strength, and the ability to work in confined spaces and at heights. Training on the use of hand tools, safety procedures, and understanding electrical systems is important, and some employers may require certification or on-the-job training. Experience with construction or electrical work can improve job prospects.

Is cable pulling a hard job?

Cable pullers often work in physically demanding environments, requiring strength, stamina, and attention to safety protocols. The job involves handling heavy cables, working in confined or elevated spaces, and sometimes working long or irregular hours, making it physically challenging but manageable with proper training and experience.

What job is a cable puller?

A cable puller is a construction or telecommunications worker responsible for installing and pulling electrical or communication cables through conduits, trenches, or other pathways. The job requires physical strength, knowledge of safety procedures, and often the use of specialized tools like cable pullers or winches. It is typically performed outdoors or in industrial environments and may require certifications in safety and electrical work.
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What states have the most Cable Pullers jobs?

States with the most job openings for Cable Pullers jobs include:

Infographic showing various Cable Pullers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,716 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Cable Pullers

Staff Perm

Salinas, CA

$30/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Cable Pullers - (4 Techs / $30hr / Start 7/6/26)
Hiring 4 Cable Installers to support a communications customer with an installation project to run coax cables. Anyone that has run cable and terminated connector ends with (Comcast, AT&T, Verizon, Frontier, Spectrum, Direct TV etc.) can do this job.
LOCATION: Salinas CA 93901
POSITION: Contract (1 week) (may get selected to move to other projects as needed)
PROJECT DATES: 7/6/26 to 7/12/26
Hourly Pay: $30.00hr
Running Cable: 

  • Install, push, and pull coax, cables for communication through building floors, walls, and ductwork. Including terminating and testing cables as needed.
  • Work from blueprints or schematics to determine the best routes for the cables.
  • Installing cable supports like J-hooks, or other supports along the route to secure the cables.

Installing Connectors: 

  • Prepare the cable ends by stripping away the outer insulation and any shielding to expose the conductors.
  • Terminating connectors by attaching connectors to the cable ends using a crimper tool. 

Testing 

  • Label cables and connectors for identification purposes and update documentation to reflect the changes made during installation. 

Requirements 

  • 1 year of cable pulling or cable installation with companies like (Comcast, AT&T, Verizon, Frontier, Spectrum, Direct TV etc.)
  • Must have a valid driver's license.


About Staff Perm
Staff Perm is an Award Winning and Certified Small Business Enterprise utilizing a staff with over 20 years of staffing and placement experience to simplify the employee recruitment process.
Staff Perm LLC 7214 S State Hwy 78 Suite #1, Sachse, TX 75048 www.staffperm.com


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About Staff Perm

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Staff Perm supports the diversified talent market as a connector between career professionals that are in demand and the growing companies looking to strengthen their teams with individuals that have achieved success and streamlined achievements for profitable departments and organizations!

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Richardson, TX, US

Year founded

2013

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