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Entry Level Cable Tv Headend Jobs in Riverside, CA

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Cable Installer

Ontario, CA · On-site

$19.65/hr

... and entry level Cable Technicians in the Inland Empire area that will be responsible for installing television, phone and internet services to residential customers. We are also offering a $1,000 ...

And that's not all, enjoy free and discounted Spectrum services like internet, TV, and mobile ... Knowledge of cable or telecommunications services, with an emphasis on data networking fundamentals ...

Entry Level Cable Tv Headend information

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How much do entry level cable tv headend jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level cable tv headend in Riverside, CA is $23.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.05 and $25.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Cable Tv Headend vs Entry Level Broadcast Technician?

AspectEntry Level Cable Tv HeadendEntry Level Broadcast Technician
Required CertificationsBasic technical certifications, FCC licensesFCC licenses, broadcast technology certifications
Work EnvironmentTelevision and cable facilities, technical roomsBroadcast stations, studios, field locations
Industry UsageCable TV providers, cable networksRadio and TV stations, media companies
Job FocusManaging cable headend equipment, signal processingOperating broadcast equipment, signal transmission

Both roles involve technical skills related to signal management, but the Entry Level Cable Tv Headend primarily focuses on cable infrastructure, while the Entry Level Broadcast Technician works in broadcast stations. They share certifications and work environments but differ in specific job functions within the media industry.

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Cable Installer

Cable Installer

Video Voice Data Communications

Ontario, CA • On-site

$19.65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

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Job description

Video Voice Data Communications is a telecommunications, engineering and construction company providing services in Southern California for over 20 years. We are hiring all levels of skilled TV cable technicians, individuals with similar skill sets (satellite techs, alarm installers, electricians, etc) and we are willing to train unskilled people with a positive attitude and good work ethics We are currently looking to hire experienced and entry level Cable Technicians in the Inland Empire area that will be responsible for installing television, phone and internet services to residential customers. We are also offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus for inexperienced technicians and a $3,000 signing bonus for experienced technicians! If you are experienced in cable TV, satellite, electrical or security systems, wanting to get into the telecommunications industry and are considered quality conscious and reliable, submit your resume or call now! Self-motivated team players will find a long-term, successful future at VVD.


Job Functions:

  • Install coax cable (RG6)
  • Install, upgrade, downgrade and/or remove services and equipment
  • Provide customer service and customer education regarding services installed
  • Climbing utility poles and ladders
  • Entering crawl spaces and/or attics
  • Lifting, bending, crawling, climbing, kneeling
  • Driving


Requirements:

  • Must have vehicle (van, truck, or SUV) that can carry a 28ft ladder (ladder is provided by the Company)
    • Reimbursement for use of personal vehicle is provided
  • No Criminal Background- (No felonies, parole or probation last 10 years, no misdemeanors of any type for last 5 years).
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record - limited ticket, no DUIs
  • Must pass a 5-panel drug screen (PCP, THC, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines)
  • Must have valid vehicle registration and insurance coverage
  • Must pass a fit for duty physical
  • Able to lift 60lbs
  • Able to climb poles and ladders, cannot have a fear of heights
  • Able to work 5-6 days a week (when necessary)
  • Must be able to use a variety of hand tools (provided by the Company)
  • Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions


Schedule: Friday through Tuesday


Job Type and Pay range:

  • Non-exempt position
  • $20.00/hour during training
  • Pay rate changes to $16.90/hour plus production incentive pay after training, with the potential to earn $35,000 - $80,000 annually.


Signing Bonus

  • Signing bonus of $1,000 if hired for new technicians with no experience.
    • The bonus is paid out in two installments: $500 after completing 3 months and the remaining $500 after completing 6 months.
  • Signing bonus of $3,000 if hired for experienced technicians.
    • The bonus is paid out in three installments: $1,000 after completing 3 months, $1,000 after completing 6 months, and the final $1,000 after completing 9 months.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance (Company pays 50% of employee’s monthly premium)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Additional voluntary insurance policies
  • 401K and ROTH 401K


Video Voice Data Communication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the VVDC to consider all Job Applications on the basis of merit without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or other characteristics protected by law.

Company Description

California based telecommunications/engineering/construction company servicing the following metropolitan areas:
Garden Grove (Orange) CA
Los Angeles (LA County), CA
Ontario (Inland Empire), CA
Indio (Desert Cities), CA
San Marcos, CA