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Entry Level Underground Cable Splicer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cable Splicer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$60.64/hr

Performs all other underground work involving construction, maintenance, repair and routine ... Journey worker certification as Cable Splicer and experience working in high voltage and secondary ...

Performs all other underground work involving construction, maintenance, repair and routine ... Journey worker certification as Cable Splicer and experience working in high voltage and secondary ...

Fiber Splicer Lead - OH We are seeking an experienced Cable Splicer & Tester to join our growing ... Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair cable issues in both aerial and underground environments. Read ...

Medium Voltage Splicer

Manassas, VA

$23.50 - $28/hr

Helix Electric has need for a dynamic State Certified Electrical Splicer. The successful ... Skill in installing conduit and pull underground cable * Skill in applying safety procedures ...

Medium Voltage Splicer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$23.50 - $28/hr

Helix Electric has need for a dynamic State Certified Electrical Splicer. The successful ... Skill in installing conduit and pull underground cable * Skill in applying safety procedures ...

Medium Voltage Splicer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$23.50 - $28/hr

Helix Electric has need for a dynamic State Certified Electrical Splicer. The successful ... Skill in installing conduit and pull underground cable * Skill in applying safety procedures ...

Fiber Cable Splicer

South Bend, IN · On-site

$24.50 - $29.25/hr

Qualities of a great Splicing Fiber Cable Splicer: 1. Our Teammates are focused on Safety at all ... underground, aerial, and building work locations. Job Qualifications 1. Must possess at least a ...

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How much do entry level underground cable splicer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level underground cable splicer in the United States is $27.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Underground Cable Splicer vs Apprentice Underground Cable Splicer?

AspectEntry Level Underground Cable SplicerApprentice Underground Cable Splicer
CertificationsBasic safety training, OSHA certificationsSame as entry level, plus on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentFieldwork installing and repairing underground cablesSupervised fieldwork, learning on the job
ExperienceNo prior experience requiredTypically in training, with limited hands-on work
Employer UsageEntry-level position for new hiresTraining role for developing skills

While both roles involve working with underground cables, an Entry Level Underground Cable Splicer is a trained worker capable of performing tasks independently, whereas an Apprentice Underground Cable Splicer is in training, gaining skills under supervision. The main difference lies in experience and responsibility level, with apprentices focusing on learning and entry-level splicers performing more independent work.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Underground Cable Splicer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,183 per year, or $27.5 per hour.
Cable Splicer - Underground

Cable Splicer - Underground

Pike Corporation

West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Position Summary

The Cable Splicer is a safety focused professional with the ability to construct and repair electrical underground systems. You will work on energized and deenergized systems and may be required travel to different job sites, including outofstate locations, as operational and customer needs dictate. You will report to the Foreman.

Essential Functions

  • Perform new construction, maintain and repair energized and deenergized underground new work systems with safety first.

  • Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job and tailgate safety briefing.

  • Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.

  • Install and repair underground power, conductors and related hardware.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of tagging procedures, grounding and induced voltage on energized and de-energized lines using the proper tools and test equipment and understanding of underground services, infrastructure and duct banks.

  • Work in confined spaces, and in proximity to energized equipment.

  • Will operate a backhoe, bucket trucks and digger trucks, mini excavator.

  • Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.

  • Available to work outages, storms, emergencies including on call rotation.

  • Perform liveline work using approved gloving and hotstick techniques of energized lines.

  • Follow all safety protocols including PPE use and a comprehensive understanding of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.

Minimum Requirements

  • Three (3) years of recent underground experience.

  • Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

  • Willingness to travel long distances on short notice.

  • Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

  • Work for extended periods at job locations, including outofstate assignments.

  • Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you will be required to talk, listen and use hand signals to communicate. The job frequently requires you to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle objects, operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. You will perform job responsibilities in extreme heat, cold, wet, windy, and storm conditions.

Our Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • HSA, dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability

  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave

If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, workforce and equipment to perform any job.

"Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

Pike Electric LLC, is an equal opportunity employer.