(Fiber) Field data collector

Field Technician – Fiber Infrastructure Surveyor

Location: South Bend, Indiana

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Some Overtime Available)

Type: Long-Term Opportunity

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Field Technician with experience in fiber construction and conduit systems to support an ongoing underground fiber inspection and surveying project in South Bend, Indiana. This is a long-term, field-based role requiring hands-on inspection of fiber infrastructure within the public right-of-way. The technician will be responsible for auditing and documenting manholes, handholes, and telecom huts as part of an underground fiber network.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Conduct walkouts of fiber routes, moving from manhole to manhole (typically 500–1000 feet apart).

Open access points (e.g., lids of manholes and handholes) using provided safety equipment such as blowers, diggers, and tripods.

Capture detailed photos of underground infrastructure.

Audit and document:

Manholes, handholes, and huts.

Fiber conduit sizing, fiber counts, and routing.

Rack setups, labels, port assignments, and security of installations.

Track fiber paths from long haul entry points into buildings.

Ensure accuracy in recording fiber and conduit configurations for engineering purposes.

Work safely in and around public areas and traffic zones.

Required Skills & Experience:

Hands-on experience with fiber construction and conduit systems.

Familiarity with fiber racking, labeling, port verification, and cable routing.

Ability to interpret and document existing infrastructure layouts.

Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions and walking extended distances daily.

Preferred Certifications (Candidates without these may be certified prior to onboarding):

OSHA 10 (Construction)

Confined Space Certification

Additional Details:

All safety equipment will be provided.

Phone and mileage reimbursement available.

All daytime work – no overnight shifts.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing infrastructure project with long-term potential. Candidates with strong field experience and attention to detail are encouraged to apply.