Fiber Optic Locate Technician

Fiber Optic Locate TechnicianWe are seeking an experienced Fiber Optic Locate Technician to support our outside plant construction, maintenance, and emergency repair operations. This role is responsible for accurately locating, marking, and documenting company-owned fiber optic infrastructure to ensure safe excavation and prevent service-affecting damage.This is a private/in-house locator position, focused on supporting internal crews and approved contractors—not high-volume 811 ticket production.Key RequirementsLocate and mark underground fiber optic cables, conduits, handholes, vaults, and related OSP infrastructureUse electromagnetic, passive, and tracer wire locating equipment to determine accurate fiber paths and depthsInterpret OSP prints, as-builts, splice diagrams, and GIS mapsCoordinate closely with construction, maintenance, engineering, and project management teamsPerform pre-construction walkthroughs and jobsite verificationsIdentify discrepancies between field conditions and maps; report redlines and correctionsDocument locate activities with photos, sketches, and field notesSupport emergency fiber restoration efforts as neededAssist with damage investigations and root cause documentationMaintain locating equipment and ensure calibration and readinessFollow all safety standards, traffic control requirements, and company policiesRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent1–3 years of experience locating fiber optic or telecom utilitiesStrong understanding of underground fiber construction methods (direct buried, duct, conduit systems)Experience using locating equipment (EM locators, sondes, tracer wire techniques)Ability to read and interpret fiber maps, splice prints, and construction drawingsValid driver's license with acceptable driving recordAbility to work independently and outdoors in varying weather conditionsStrong attention to accuracy, safety, and documentationPreferred QualificationsExperience with OSP fiber networks (long-haul, metro, or access)Knowledge of handholes, vaults, splice cases, and duct structuresFamiliarity with GIS systems, mapping software, or mobile field applicationsPrevious experience supporting fiber construction or maintenance crewsOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certificationDamage prevention or utility protection trainingPhysical RequirementsAbility to walk long distances over uneven terrainAbility to work in roadside, easement, and active construction environmentsAbility to lift up to 50 lbsAbility to bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods