Fiber Optic Locate Technician
NOVOS FiBERDallas, Texas, United States
Posted April 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
NOVOS FiBER is dedicated to enhancing customer lives and communities by offering high-speed, reliable fiber internet. Unlike traditional options plagued by high prices, outages, and slow speeds, NOVOS FiBER provides the freedom of fiber, enabling users to control their digital experiences effortlessly.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Fiber Optic Locate Technician to support our outside plant construction, maintenance, and emergency repair operations.
Requirements
- 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