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Tradesmen

Electrician

Claude, TX

$30/hr

Cable tray installation (ladder, basket/wire mesh, trough, and channel tray) * Reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and layout drawings * Measuring, cutting, and assembling cable tray ...

Tradesmen International, Inc.

Electrician

Claude, TX · On-site

$31/hr

Measuring, cutting, and assembling cable tray systems * Installation of supports including Unistrut, trapeze systems, threaded rod, and wall brackets * Pulling and routing power, control, and low ...

Tradesmen International, LLC

Electrician

Claude, TX

$22 - $31/hr

Measuring, cutting, and assembling cable tray systems * Installation of supports including Unistrut, trapeze systems, threaded rod, and wall brackets * Pulling and routing power, control, and low ...

Tradesmen International, Inc.

Electrician

Claude, TX · On-site

$31/hr

Measuring, cutting, and assembling cable tray systems * Installation of supports including Unistrut, trapeze systems, threaded rod, and wall brackets * Pulling and routing power, control, and low ...

Tradesmen International, Inc.

Electrician

Claude, TX · On-site

$31/hr

Measuring, cutting, and assembling cable tray systems * Installation of supports including Unistrut, trapeze systems, threaded rod, and wall brackets * Pulling and routing power, control, and low ...

VIP Staffing

Electrical Assembler

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Installs conduit, cable tray, and wires/cables, electrical devices, and control equipment by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following - Other ...

Allegiance Staffing

Instrument Tuber

Houston, TX · On-site

Install tubing and clamps into cable tray systems * Measure, cut, and assemble cable tray and cable tray support structures * Drill, tap, and attach brackets and guards per assembly drawings

TEKsystems

Cable Technician

Temple, TX

$21 - $24/hr

... cable tray, switches receptacles and other devices Will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks ...

TEKsystems

Cable Technician

Temple, TX

$21 - $24/hr

... cable tray, switches receptacles and other devices Will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks ...

W-Industries

I&E DESIGNER

Nederland, TX · On-site

This role develops construction drawings, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, conduit and cable tray layouts, cable schedules, material takeoffs, and other design documentation. The I&E Designer performs ...

Electra Link Inc

Low Voltage Cable Technician

Dallas, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Install and secure support structures, including cable tray, ladder rack, J-hooks, and pathways * Work from ladders (6ft/8ft/10ft) and operate scissor and boom lifts safely * Read and follow basic ...

Electra Link, Inc

Low Voltage Cable Technician

Dallas, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Install and secure support structures, including cable tray, ladder rack, J-hooks, and pathways * Work from ladders (6ft/8ft/10ft) and operate scissor and boom lifts safely * Read and follow basic ...

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How much do cable tray jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cable tray in Texas is $18.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a cable tray do?

A cable tray is used by electricians and cable installers to support and organize electrical cables in buildings and industrial settings. It provides a safe, accessible pathway for wiring, helping to prevent damage and facilitate maintenance. Proper installation and adherence to safety standards are essential for effective use.

What is a cable tray?

A Cable Tray job typically involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of cable tray systems used to support electrical wiring in buildings and industrial facilities. Workers in this role ensure that cable trays are properly placed, secured, and organized to allow for safe and efficient cable management. They may also cut, assemble, and fasten trays while following safety regulations and electrical codes.

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

To thrive as a Cable Tray Installer, you need a solid understanding of electrical systems, blueprint reading, and experience with cable management in construction or industrial settings. Competence in using hand and power tools, as well as knowledge of safety regulations and, in some cases, an OSHA certification, is typically required. Attention to detail, physical stamina, and teamwork are important soft skills for excelling in this role. These qualifications ensure the safe, efficient, and accurate installation of cable tray systems within complex building projects.

What does a cable tray installer do?

A typical day for a Cable Tray Installer involves preparing and assembling cable tray systems, reviewing blueprints or schematics, and coordinating with electricians and other trades on the job site. You may spend much of your time measuring and cutting materials, securing tray supports, and ensuring all cables are routed safely and according to code. The role often requires working at varying heights and moving around large construction sites, so safety precautions are closely followed. Expect to interact regularly with supervisors and project managers to ensure installations meet specifications and deadlines.

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Cable Tray Fabrication Operator- 3rd Shift

Eaton

Sherman, TX • On-site

$22.71/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Eaton rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 222 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

226th of 537 rated manufacturers

Job description

Eaton's ES GEIS BLD division is currently seeking a Cable Tray Fabrication Operator- 3rd Shift. The hourly rate for this position is $22.71/hour + $1.20/hour shift differential per hour.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you'll do:
  • Set up, understand, and safely & proficiently operate fabrication equipment.
  • Troubleshoot various and appropriate machine problems.
  • ID and tag shop orders with product. Retrieve/enter data into system.
  • Ensure quality and proper documentation on all parts.
  • Maintain components and supplies as required to operate efficiently.
  • Fabricate based on print specifications.
  • Perform daily 5S & participate in Continuous Improvement activities.
  • Rotate to various machines as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Basic (Required) Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area of Sherman, TX will be considered.
  • Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Solid math skills; analytical and reasoning skills.
  • Able to read, interpret blueprints, and use simple measuring tools.

Position Criteria:
  • Ability to stand for the duration of the shift (eight to twelve hours) and perform repetitious tasks.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. alone occasionally to frequently, and up to 100 lbs. with assistance occasionally by stooping, reaching, bending.
  • Requires PPE to include safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, leather gloves, and hearing protection.
  • Environment exposure includes sharp objects, pinch points, oil, sparks.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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