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EOA Technologies LLC

CABLE TECHNICIAN

Columbus, OH

$19.25 - $24.75/hr

You will be responsible for the installation, routing, and termination of various types of cables, including fiber optic and data, in commercial and industrial settings. This role requires a detail ...

EOA Technologies LLC

CABLE TECHNICIAN

Columbus, OH · On-site

$19.25 - $24.75/hr

You will be responsible for the installation, routing, and termination of various types of cables, including fiber optic and data, in commercial and industrial settings. This role requires a detail ...

INA Solution Inc

Structured Cable Installer

Pittsford, NY · On-site

$19.75 - $24.75/hr

Hands-on experience with Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber cable termination and testing . * Experience installing and dressing network racks and running cables through walls, ceilings, and conduit.

Technology Consulting Inc

Cable Technician

Louisville, KY · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

Cable termination: Crimping and terminating cable ends onto connectors using specialized tools to ensure proper signal transmission. * Patch panel management: Labeling and organizing cables on patch ...

Technology Consulting Inc

Cable Technician

Louisville, KY · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

Cable termination: Crimping and terminating cable ends onto connectors using specialized tools to ensure proper signal transmission. Patch panel management: Labeling and organizing cables on patch ...

NSC Staffing

Cable Technician

Avondale, AZ · On-site

$21/hr

Cable Technician Avondale, Arizona Contract To Hire Job Title: Cable Technician Location: Avondale ... IDF/MDF, rack install, fiber termination and testing experience a plus. We are looking for ...

Infojini Inc

Cable Technician

Raleigh, NC

$19.50 - $24.75/hr

Termination and testing of Cat 5/6 network cabling as well as fiber optic cabling. * Responsible for installation of network switches and related network equipment. * Knowledge of troubleshooting ...

NSC Staffing

Cable Technician

Avondale, AZ

$21/hr

Cable Technician Avondale, Arizona Contract To Hire Job Title: Cable Technician Location: Avondale ... IDF/MDF, rack install, fiber termination and testing experience a plus. We are looking for ...

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How much do cable termination jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for cable termination in the United States is $22.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cable termination?

A Cable Termination job involves preparing and connecting electrical or fiber optic cables to ensure a secure and reliable connection. This process includes stripping, crimping, soldering, or using specialized connectors to attach cables to panels, devices, or power sources. Professionals in this role work in industries like telecommunications, construction, and manufacturing. Accuracy and precision are crucial to ensure quality connections and prevent signal loss or electrical faults.

What does a cable termination technician do?

As a Cable Termination technician, your daily responsibilities often include preparing, labeling, and connecting a variety of cables—such as fiber optic, coaxial, or copper—according to precise specifications and safety standards. You’ll be tasked with reading blueprints, testing and troubleshooting connections, and working closely with installation teams or project managers to meet deadlines. The role may involve working at different job sites, sometimes requiring travel or working in confined spaces. Team collaboration and careful documentation are also important parts of the job, ensuring high standards and successful project completion.

What skills and qualifications are needed for cable termination?

To thrive as a Cable Termination professional, you need a strong understanding of electrical wiring, cable identification, and termination techniques, often supported by vocational training or relevant certifications. Hands-on experience with tools like wire strippers, crimpers, multimeters, and knowledge of industry standards such as TIA/EIA or BICSI are highly valued. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork skills help you stand out in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring reliable connections, safety, and adherence to quality guidelines on various installation projects.

Is there a demand for cable termination technicians?

Cable termination technicians are in demand due to the ongoing need for network infrastructure, fiber optic, and telecommunications installations. The job requires technical skills, knowledge of wiring standards, and often certifications, with opportunities available in construction, telecommunications, and data centers.

What are three types of cable termination?

Cable termination involves connecting cables to equipment or connectors to ensure proper signal transmission. Three common types are crimp termination, where connectors are attached using a crimping tool; solder termination, which involves soldering wires to connectors; and compression termination, where connectors are secured by compressing a sleeve around the cable. These methods are selected based on cable type, application, and industry standards.

What does cable termination work?

Cable termination work involves connecting and securing the ends of cables, such as electrical, data, or communication cables, to connectors, panels, or equipment to ensure proper signal transmission and safety. It requires knowledge of wiring standards, tools like crimpers and testers, and attention to detail to prevent faults or signal loss.
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Infographic showing various Cable Termination job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,090 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Medium Voltage Cable Termination Technician

Florence, AZ • On-site

Versys Verified Systems
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$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Are you an experienced Medium Voltage Cable Termination work?

Versys, a leading company in industrial commissioning, construction, maintenance, and panel fabrication, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Medium Voltage Cable Termination Technician. This opportunity offers the chance to join an elite team of medium voltage specialists working on a variety of projects across the United States.

What's in it for you?

At Versys, we offer:

  • Competitive hourly and overtime rates
  • A generous daily living out allowance
  • A substantial daily rate for individual-owned tool trucks
  • Additional financial incentives through our ESOP program
  • Opportunities for continued career development

What does Medium Voltage Cable Termination Technician experience look like?

The ideal candidate has extensive experience as a substation technician, with a track record of:

  • Operating and maintaining medium and high voltage systems
  • Commissioning, Testing, and Safe Energization of new Medium Voltage/ High Voltage Electrical Systems
  • Conducting DOBLE DGA sampling and HIPOT testing
  • Executing maintenance and tests on high voltage systems
  • Installs, terminates, splices, and maintains medium-voltage power distribution systems (typically 5kV to 35kV) that power heavy equipment like drilling rigs, pumps, and compressors

What will your day-to-day look like?

In addition to what's listed above, you will be tasked with supporting their commissioning and construction team during electrical and functional testing, start-ups, and troubleshooting of various equipment. These may include switchgear, motor contactors, disconnect switches, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers, surge protection devices, battery banks, UPS systems, power cables, protective relays, and meters.

  • Cable Termination & Splicing: Prepare and terminate shielded MV power cables using heat-shrink, cold-shrink, taped, or pre-molded/separable connector technologies.
  • Equipment Hookups: Connect cable ends to transformers, motor control centers (MCCs), ring main units (RMUs), and switchgear.
  • Cable Preparation: Accurately strip outer jackets, shields, and insulation layers, manage concentric neutrals, and apply stress-control components.
  • Testing & Inspection: Perform pre-energization electrical tests, including insulation resistance (Megger) and high-potential (Hi-Pot) testing to verify installation integrity.
  • Troubleshooting: Locate and diagnose cable or termination failures in harsh industrial environments.
  • Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): De-energize high-voltage systems, apply safety grounds, and strictly adhere to OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific safety protocols.

Prerequisites for this role:

  • 2 to 5+ years of hands-on industrial electrical experience specializing in medium voltage systems.
  • Completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship, trade school certification, or manufacturer-specific MV training (e.g., TE Connectivity/Raychem, 3M, or AVO training).
  • Valid OSHA 10/30-Hour and NFPA 70E compliance training. For offshore roles, BOSIET/HUET or equivalent marine safety certifications may be required.
  • Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, cable schedules, and wiring routing maps.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in tight spaces or heights, pass rigorous fit-for-duty physical exams, and submit to routine drug and alcohol screenings
  • Proficiency in MS Office software
  • 10+ years of commissioning / medium voltage experience
  • Valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract
  • Successfully pass a drug and alcohol test
  • First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, GHS, Defensive Driving, H2S Awareness
  • Eligible to work in the US
  • Availability to travel across the US as required

And finally, just a little more about Versys:

At Versys, we value relationships and operate like a family. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations through high-quality work delivered by our top-tier technicians. We believe that your success contributes to our overall success.

If you are a team-oriented, highly skilled Medium Voltage Electrical Commissioning Technician, who's ready to elevate your career, we encourage you to apply.

Versys Verified Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate your interest, but only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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