Field Fiber Locator & Mapping Technician

Nextlink Internet; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Company truck

Fuel card

Health savings account

Job summary

Nextlink Internet is seeking a Fiber Locate Technician to identify, locate, and mark underground fiber cables to ensure safety during excavation. You will use electromagnetic locators and GPR to detect lines and maintain detailed records, working with contractors and utility companies across Texas markets.

This role requires standing, walking long distances, and occasional travel. A HS diploma and driving license are required, with opportunities for advancement in a growing fiber network

Qualifications

• Fiber optic locate experience and familiarity with locating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, blueprints, and construction plans.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with contractors and utility companies.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Fiber Optic Line Detection using locating equipment to identify underground cables.
• Marking locations with paint, flags, or stakes to prevent damage during excavation.
• Interpret blueprints and utility maps to determine cable paths.
• Maintain accurate records, sketches, maps, and digital updates of fiber locations.
• Ensure safety regulations compliance in all locating activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers and field crews to relay location information and risks.
• Resolve conflicts in utility records and address locating challenges.
• Identify potential risks and recommend mitigations during excavation.

Skills

Fiber locating equipment

Blueprint interpretation

Problem solving

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electromagnetic locators

Ground-penetrating radar

Job description

Nextlink Internet is seeking a Fiber Locate Technician to identify, locate, and mark underground fiber cables to ensure safety during excavation. You will use electromagnetic locators and GPR to detect lines and maintain detailed records, working with contractors and utility companies across Texas markets.

This role requires standing, walking long distances, and occasional travel. A HS diploma and driving license are required, with opportunities for advancement in a growing fiber network