Field Fiber Optic Locator | Mapping, Safety & Repairs

NOVOS FiBER; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVOS FiBER is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Locate Technician to support our internal crews for locating, marking, and documenting fiber infrastructure in Flower Mound, TX. This role ensures safe excavation and rapid response to outages, working with construction, maintenance, and project management teams.

You will use EM locators, sondes, and tracer wires, interpret maps and prints, and document field activities with photos and notes, while adhering to safety requirements and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience locating fiber optic or telecom utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret fiber maps, splice prints, and construction drawings.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground fiber optic cables, conduits, handholes, vaults, and related OSP infrastructure.
• Use electromagnetic, passive, and tracer wire locating equipment to determine accurate fiber paths and depths.
• Interpret OSP prints, as-builts, splice diagrams, and GIS maps.
• Coordinate closely with construction, maintenance, engineering, and project management teams.
• Perform pre-construction walkthroughs and jobsite verifications.
• Identify discrepancies between field conditions and maps; report redlines and corrections.
• Document locate activities with photos, sketches, and field notes.
• Support emergency fiber restoration efforts as needed.
• Assist with damage investigations and root cause documentation.
• Maintain locating equipment and ensure calibration and readiness.
• Follow all safety standards, traffic control requirements, and company policies.

Skills

Map interpretation

EM locating

Outdoor work

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EM locators

Sondes

Tracer wire

Job description

NOVOS FiBER is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Locate Technician to support our internal crews for locating, marking, and documenting fiber infrastructure in Flower Mound, TX. This role ensures safe excavation and rapid response to outages, working with construction, maintenance, and project management teams.

You will use EM locators, sondes, and tracer wires, interpret maps and prints, and document field activities with photos and notes, while adhering to safety requirements and company policies.