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Cable Spooling Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Operations Associate

Stockton, CA ยท On-site

$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A big part of this job is learning to safely operate heavy equipment including Cable Cutting Machine used for spooling telecom cable. Operations Associate Responsibilities The Operations Associate ...

Load Out Technician

Mobile, AL ยท On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Set up, monitor, and assist with spooling operations, ensuring correct tension, alignment, and documentation of cable or line spools. Inspect, prepare, and secure loads, ensuring proper weight ...

Warehouse Associate - 8AM-5PM - Grapevine, TX

Grapevine, TX ยท On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Allied Wire & Cable, a GCG Company, is currently hiring a Warehouse Associate to join our ... Daily set-up and operation of wire cutting & spooling machine, ensuring machine runs smoothly

Warehouse Associate - 8AM-5PM - Grapevine, TX

Grapevine, TX ยท On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Allied Wire & Cable, a GCG Company, is currently hiring a Warehouse Associate to join our ... Daily set-up and operation of wire cutting & spooling machine, ensuring machine runs smoothly

Warehouse Machine Operator - Chesapeake, VA

Chesapeake, VA ยท On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In this role, you will be responsible for operating spooling machines, inventory control, and ... We are a specialty distributor of cable and associated electrical and electronic products for the ...

Warehouse Associate - 8AM-5PM - Grapevine, TX

Grapevine, TX ยท On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Allied Wire & Cable, a GCG Company, is currently hiring a Warehouse Associate to join our ... Daily set-up and operation of wire cutting & spooling machine, ensuring machine runs smoothly

Unload cable reels and set up spooling trailers at job sites. * Position and deploy pipe and cable systems according to work order requirements. * Set up, secure, and operate clamping apparatus to ...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Turners Falls, MA ยท On-site

$19.81 - $23.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Individuals will be responsible for a variety of duties including performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for ...

Warehouse Associate

Union City, CA ยท On-site

$24/hr

  • PTO

Spooling - Transferring e-reels (10-110 lb.) from pallets to pay-off equipment using pneumatic ... This requires standing and light cable guidance onto smaller reel. Transfer finished e-reels into ...

Warehouse Associate

Union City, CA ยท On-site

$24/hr

  • PTO

Spooling - Transferring e-reels (10-110 lb.) from pallets to pay-off equipment using pneumatic ... This requires standing and light cable guidance onto smaller reel. Transfer finished e-reels into ...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Turners Falls, MA ยท On-site

$19.81 - $23.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for shipping r its next operation. Hiring Range: $19.81-23.44/hour, $3.00 ...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Turners Falls, MA

$19.81 - $23.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for shipping r its next operation. Hiring Range: $19.81-23.44/hour, $3.00 ...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Turners Falls, MA ยท On-site

$19.81 - $23.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for shipping or its next operation. Hiring Range: $19.81-23.44/hour, $3.00 ...

Spark Operator - 3rd Shift

Turners Falls, MA

$19.28 - $22.91/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for shipping or its next operation. Targeted job training provided for all ...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Turners Falls, MA ยท On-site

$19.81 - $23.44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Individuals will be responsible for a variety of duties including: performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for ...

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How much do cable spooling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for cable spooling in the United States is $22.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cable spooling?

A Cable Spooling job involves winding, unwinding, and organizing cables onto reels or drums for storage, transportation, or deployment. Workers ensure cables are properly handled to prevent damage, tangling, or kinking. This job is common in industries like oil and gas, telecommunications, and construction, where large cables are frequently used. It may also involve operating machinery, performing inspections, and following safety protocols to ensure efficient cable management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in cable spooling, and why are they important?

To thrive in Cable Spooling, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and familiarity with handling and organizing various types of cables, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant technical training. Commonly used tools include cable spooling machines, measuring devices, and, at times, forklifts or other material-handling equipment; safety certifications such as OSHA training may be required. Being reliable, safety-conscious, and able to communicate well with team members are valuable soft skills in this role. Mastering these competencies ensures efficient, safe, and accurate cable preparation and installation in demanding industrial or construction environments.

What are some common challenges faced in a cable spooling role, and how can they be managed?

Cable Spooling professionals often encounter challenges such as handling heavy or bulky reels, managing cable organization, and ensuring precise measurement and cutting without damage or waste. It is important to follow strict safety protocols and use the proper equipment to minimize the risk of injury and maintain work quality. Teamwork and effective communication with supervisors and colleagues help coordinate schedules and prioritize urgent requests efficiently. Over time, developing technical expertise and experience with diverse types of cables can make these challenges more manageable and contribute to smoother workflow and career growth.

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Infographic showing various Cable Spooling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,182 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Operations Associate

KMM Telecommunications

Stockton, CA โ€ข On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Operations Associate Job Overview

Operations Associates (Ops Associate) play a pivotal role in the execution of daily, weekly and monthly warehouse tasks required to fulfill KMM customer requirements. These tasks encompass, but are not limited to receipt, put away, pick, pack, ship, housekeeping and inventory cycle counts. A big part of this job is learning to safely operate heavy equipment including Cable Cutting Machine used for spooling telecom cable.

Operations Associate Responsibilities

The Operations Associate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the fulfillment of telecom cable and other material orders for current and any new business cases requiring logistics services within the specified shipping schedules as well as the ability to perform the duties provided below.

  • Capable of working in a physically demanding environment where prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting upwards of 75 lbs. above shoulder height is required.
  • Learn to safely operate heavy equipment including Cable Cutting Machine used for spooling telecom cable.
  • Sit down and stand-up forklift operations experience and capable of completing an In-House certification program.
  • Upon completion of training, safely load and unload telecom steel reels via forklift (or pallets) for both arriving inventory and return empty reels to supplier.
  • Perform quality inspection, taking corrective actions as necessary, prior to releasing completed orders for delivery to customer.
  • Accurately perform basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication to ensure order quantities are correct.
  • Utilize Warehouse Management System (WMS) and perform data entry functions within multiple systems using PC and barcode scanners.
  • Shipping, receiving and cycle count (inventory) while working in a high-production, fast-paced environment.
  • Maintaining inventory levels by conducting physical counts, investigating inventory discrepancies, and reconciling with data storage systems as needed.
  • Maintain a high level of warehouse safety awareness at all times.
  • Able to work extended shifts, evenings, and occasional weekends.

Operations Associate Qualifications

  • Previous warehouse experience with basic understanding of inventory, shipping and receiving working in a high-production, fast-paced environment.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Ability to learn to operate a cable cutting machine.
  • Ability to learn to operate a barcode scanner (handheld).
  • Sit down and stand-up forklift operating experience. Certification preferred but not required; must be capable of completing an in-house certification program.
  • Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

Benefits:

  • Competitive wages
  • Weekly Pay
  • Insurance benefits
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation and Personal Days
  • 401K
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health insurance w/ option of adding a Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance