Cable Installer (Xfinity-Baltimore)

February 27, 2026

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CUDS, LLC is hiring 1099 Cable Technicians in the Baltimore, MD area and surrounding markets to service Comcast-Xfinity customers (Internet, Video, and Phone).

Work Type: 1099 independent contractor (piece-rate per completed job)
Typical Service Window: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (dispatch/route varies by volume)
Service Area: Richmond and surrounding areas (local routes; occasional extended drives may be required based on volume)

Earnings: Piece-rate pay with typical weekly earnings around $1,000+ for competent techs; highly skilled techs often reach $1,500+ (varies by volume, performance, and metrics).

Pay Schedule: Paid weekly; work is paid Net-21 after approvals/closeout.

This is a physical, field-based role. You must be able to work in all weather, lift/carry and climb with a 28’ cable-approved ladder (V-ring and hooks required), and work in attics and crawl spaces. Strong customer service is required—Cox technicians are scored on quality/customer experience metrics (quality control, repeat rates, timeliness, and customer experience) and must maintain monthly compliance. We provide coaching and support to help techs succeed.

Preferred: Techs come ready with their own truck and tools, but assistance is available when needed.

Training Available: Up to 3 weeks (entry-level applicants encouraged). Expect ~6 months to reach experienced-tech productivity and earnings—success is driven by repeatable quality work and strong metrics.

Contractor Insurance Required: All 1099 techs must carry General Liability + Workers’ Comp. Coverage options are available through our contractor support/pay program to help you get compliant quickly.

Requirements (Day 1 / to start)

Valid driver’s license, with acceptable driving record
Ability to meet Cox onboarding requirements (background check and drug screen, if applicable)
Truck or van (preferred: your own; assistance/programs available)
Apple iPhone with unlimited data
XM2 signal meter
PPE: safety vest, hard hat, work boots
28’ cable-approved ladder
Basic coax prep tools (plus required phone/fiber tools based on assigned work)
Hammer drill
Uniform compliant

Programs Available (assistance when needed)

Truck Lease-to-Own Program includes:
- 28’ ladder, 6’ ladder
- Climbing gear
- Cones
- Meter

Growth Opportunities

High performers can move into lead/mentor roles and take on more complex work as skills and metrics improve.

Company Description

CUDS, LLC builds high-performing field teams that support major cable MSOs - Comcast, Cox Communications, Spectrum, Wow Cable, Mediacom. We focus on quality installs, customer experience, and strong tech support.

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