Field Fiber Locator & Mapping Technician

IQ Fiber; Dover; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Fiber is seeking a Fiber Network Locator to perform skilled field work locating underground fiber optic cables, marking positions, and verifying infrastructure. You will work with design and construction teams, maintain accurate as-built records, and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

This safety-sensitive role requires strong situational awareness, good judgment, and the ability to respond to planned and emergency field needs while ensuring safe, efficient locates

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience operating utility locating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret as-builts, blueprints, diagrams, sketches.

Responsibilities

• Use electronic locating equipment to find and mark underground fiber optic cables and utilities.
• Provide accurate, safe locates following procedures and standards.
• Update as-built records and prepare time/material reports and diagrams.
• Communicate with customers, internal departments, and public entities as needed.
• Assist Construction Technicians with cabinet certifications and other field duties.
• Respond to overtime and emergency callouts as required.
• Follow safety rules for working near energized equipment and utilities.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Locating equipment

Blueprint reading

Job description

IQ Fiber is seeking a Fiber Network Locator to perform skilled field work locating underground fiber optic cables, marking positions, and verifying infrastructure. You will work with design and construction teams, maintain accurate as-built records, and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

This safety-sensitive role requires strong situational awareness, good judgment, and the ability to respond to planned and emergency field needs while ensuring safe, efficient locates