Fiber Asset Locator — Field Technician & GIS

Lyte Fiber, LLC; Marshall (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyte Fiber, LLC seeks a Locator Technician in Marshall, TX to accurately identify and locate buried assets before excavations. You will protect the fiber plant using GIS tools and maintain precise locate records for ongoing operations.

The role requires familiarity with 811 tickets, map interpretation, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather. Collaboration with GIS staff and utility owners is essential to ensure safe, compliant site practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 1 year of utility locate experience or related field is a plus.
• Familiar with 811 ticketing and local procedures for locating.
• Ability to read maps, plans, blueprints and schematics.
• Comfort with GIS and asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Accurately identify and locate Lyte Fiber assets to prevent damage during excavation.
• Use software tools to perform daily operations related to protecting the fiber plant.
• Mark utility locations with paint and capture photos for records.
• Update site records and log information on trouble tickets.
• Coordinate and oversee locate tickets and communicate with GIS staff.
• Prepare simple reports and sketches for change requests.

Skills

Utility locating

GIS mapping

Map reading

811 tickets

Test equipment

Blueprints

Pole climbing

Driving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Google Earth KMZ/KML

Job description

Lyte Fiber, LLC seeks a Locator Technician in Marshall, TX to accurately identify and locate buried assets before excavations. You will protect the fiber plant using GIS tools and maintain precise locate records for ongoing operations.

The role requires familiarity with 811 tickets, map interpretation, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather. Collaboration with GIS staff and utility owners is essential to ensure safe, compliant site practices.