Job Description

Job Title: Cable Technician (Night Shift)

Location: Odessa, TX 79763

Duration: 6 months (possible extension)

Pay Rate: $20 $23/hr (based on experience)

Shift Differential: $3/hr (Night Shift)

Shifts & Work Hours

• Night Shift: 6:00 PM 6:00 AM
• Schedule: 11 days on / 3 days off
• Rotation: Every other Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Additional Compensation:

• Reimbursable expenses: None
• No mileage, housing, per diem, or relocation coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Perform moderately complex cable builds and repairs for Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) cable
• Perform high voltage testing of ESP cable
• Perform splicing to ESP cable
• Perform repairs to ESP cable
• Perform spooling of ESP cable
• Complete required testing documentation

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic troubleshooting skills for electrical equipment
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Ability to read and write English
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and coworkers
• Ability to work under general supervision and follow safety processes
• Ability to present information and respond to questions
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Action-oriented with strong results focus
• Customer-first mindset
• Strong planning, prioritization, and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Immigration sponsorship not offered

Preferred / Strongly Valued Skills

• Basic electrical background (safety critical work)
• Forklift experience
• Mechanical aptitude (automotive, diesel, or shop experience)
• Strong safety mindset

Experience Requirements

• 1 year of experience installing, repairing Electrical Submersible Pump cable (preferred, not required)
• Candidates with mechanical or electrical aptitude, or similar cable experience, can be trained

Physical Demands & Job Conditions

• High hand dexterity required for splicing and cable manipulation
• Repetitive, hands-on cable and machine work
• Standing for extended periods

Physical Requirements Include:

• Lifting:
  • Up to 50 lbs occasionally
  • Up to 20 lbs frequently
  • Up to 10 lbs constantly
• Mobility & Movement:
  • Climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps
  • Maintaining balance on uneven or slippery surfaces
  • Bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling
  • Reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying
• Manual Dexterity:
  • Handling, pinching, typing, and working with fingers
  • Applying pressure using hands and fingers
  • Fine tactile perception
• Communication:
  • Ability to clearly communicate verbally
  • Ability to hear and interpret sounds accurately
• Vision Requirements:
  • Close visual acuity for detailed inspection and assembly
  • Ability to operate vehicles
  • Ability to assess work accuracy and environment

Work Environment

• Indoor and outdoor conditions
• Exposure to extreme heat (above 100 F for extended periods)
• Exposure to:
  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Vehicles
  • Electrical current
  • Chemicals
• Atmospheric conditions:
  • Dust, fumes, gases, odors, poor ventilation
• Exposure to oils and cutting fluids

Training

• High voltage electrical safety training provided internally

Safety Requirements

• Safety-sensitive role
• Subject to drug testing
• Required PPE:
  • Electrically rated steel toe boots

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