Cable Prep Technician

4Wall Entertainment; Hertford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a hands-on Cable Prep Technician to join our UK warehouse team in Hertford. The role focuses on inspecting, testing, labeling, and organising cables and connectors to the highest standards, while maintaining trunks, spares and consumables for diverse live event projects.

You will work closely with Warehouse, Operations and Technical teams to pull and prepare cables, manage equipment for jobs, and keep accurate records using our asset systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with professional AV, lighting, power or data cabling is desirable.
• Good understanding of cable preparation, testing, maintenance and organisation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Organised and able to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, colour code, label, maintain and organise cables and connectors to company standards.
• Maintain cable trunks, bags, spares and consumables; report shortages or damage.
• Pull and prepare cables and equipment for jobs with warehouse, operations and technical teams.
• Use company systems to check daily work, allocate equipment and keep records.

Skills

Cable prep

AV cabling

Attention to detail

Job description

We are a global video and lighting service provider with multiple locations across the UK and the US. We bring an unrivalled service and technical know-how to every project we deliver, supporting exhibitions, concerts, touring, conferences, theatre, TV, film and retail.

We are seeking a Cable Prep Technician to join our UK warehouse team in Hertford and play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our cable department. This is a hands-on technical role, responsible for ensuring all cables, connectors, and consumables are maintained, tested, organised, and prepared to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, colour code, label, maintain, and organise cables and connectors in line with company quality standards
• Maintain cable trunks, cable bags, spares, and consumables, reporting any shortages, damage, or missing items
• Pull and prepare cables and equipment for jobs, working closely with the Warehouse, Operations, and Technical teams
• Use company systems to check daily work, allocate equipment to jobs, and maintain accurate records
• Support wider warehouse operations, including equipment preparation, stock taking, loading and unloading, and general warehouse maintenance
• Assist the Logistics team with rigging and de-rigging activities when required
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment in line with Health & Safety standards
• Complete relevant paperwork and timesheets accurately

About you

• Previous experience working with professional AV, lighting, power, or data cabling is desirable
• Good understanding of cable preparation, testing, maintenance, and organisation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Organised and able to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable using computer systems and asset management software
• Positive, proactive, and team-oriented approach to work
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other company locations as required
• Physically capable of lifting and moving equipment up to 25kg and working in an active warehouse environment
• Flexible and willing to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when required

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technician to develop their skills within a busy live events environment, supporting the preparation and maintenance of essential cable infrastructure across the business.

If you’re looking for your next challenge and bring the skills and enthusiasm required, we'd love to hear from you.