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Job Location (Short): Cary, United States
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Job Description
Join NKT as a Traveling Jointer/Splicer
Ready to work on projects that power communities and connect a greener world? As a Traveling Jointer/Splicer, you'll install and repair medium and high-voltage land and submarine cables across the U.S. and abroad, using NKT's industry-leading technology.
What You'll Do
- Safely splice, terminate, and repair medium, and high-voltage cables
- Support a zero-incident safety culture and follow OSHA standards
- Prepare cables and accessories to NKT quality specifications
- Assist with planning, hazard avoidance, and daily reporting
- Operate company vehicles and specialized equipment
- Deliver excellent customer service on every site
What We're Looking For
- Experience as a Cable Splicer/Jointer or Lineman
- Strong jointing skills (inline splices, terminations) and fault location experience
- Ability to read electrical drawings and circuit maps
- Safe work record and commitment to safety
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively
- Familiarity with utility standards and QA/QC documentation requirements.
- Experience working in substations, renewables (wind/solar/BESS), heavy industrial, or underground distribution networks
- CDL, TWIC, or ability to obtain site-specific clearances
- First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10/30, and NFPA 70E training
- Proficiency with XLPE/EPR/PILC cable systems and associated accessories (joints, terminations, splices, stress cones, cold/heat shrink).
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing (VLF/hipot, IR, TDR/PD) and interpreting results.
Physical & Safety Requirements
- Lift up to 60 lbs.; stand, stoop, kneel, and work in confined spaces or manholes
- Comfortable working at heights, around energized equipment (in accordance with safety boundaries), and in PPE (arc-rated clothing, face shield, gloves)
- Ability to pass fit-for-duty, drug/alcohol screening, MVR checks, and site-specific background checks as required
- Strict adherence to company and client safety programs, permits, and tailboard/take-5 processes
Travel & Schedule
- Travel: 75-100%, including multi-day/weekly/monthly trips
- Work Environment: Outdoors and indoors; varied climates; energized facilities with strict safety controls; occasional remote locations
Why NKT?
- Competitive Pay plus Overtime Opportunities
- Per Diem for Travel
- Generous Paid time off
- Company-Paid Benefits (health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage)
- 401(k) with company match up to 6%
- Training, Certifications, and Clear Career Paths
- Safety-First Culture
Apply today and help us connect a greener world!