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# Traveling Technician GIS- Blooming Prairie, IA

- **Company:** TelCom Construction, LLC
- **Location:** Blooming Prairie, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $58,240.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, ArcGIS (Software), Databases, Data Validation, Spatial Databases, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, PostGIS, Quantum GIS (QGIS), Spatial Data Infrastructures, Wireless Access Point, Scripting
- **Published:** October 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d25364f3f99e4e74

## About the Role

* Diploma or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geomatics, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field
 * 1-3 years of GIS experience (telecom or utilities preferred)
 * Proficiency in ArcGIS or QGIS
 * Experience working with fiber network data or utility mapping
 * Knowledge of underground infrastructure mapping standards
 * Ability to read fiber design drawings and as-built documentation
 * Understanding of coordinate systems and spatial data accuracy
 * Valid drivers License with good driving record required
 * Ability to walk long distances
 * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
 * All offers contingent on passing a background check, and a drug test/ DOT physical.

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with fiber management systems and network inventory tools
 * Familiarity with AutoCAD for interpreting engineering drawings
 * Knowledge of spatial databases (e.g., PostgreSQL / PostGIS)
 * Basic scripting skills (Python) for GIS automation
 * Understanding of telecom standards and right-of-way mapping
 * Locating experence preferred, * Fiber optic cables (single-mode / multi-mode)
 * Conduits and ducts
 * Handholes and manholes
 * Splice enclosures
 * Distribution cabinets
 * Access points and termination panels

## Description

At TelCom Construction, we are looking for a dedicated GIS Technician Underground Fiber to join our team. In this high-travel role, you will be responsible for mapping, updating, and maintaining accurate geospatial records of our underground fiber optic infrastructure. You will serve as a key technical resource supporting telecom network planning, design, construction, and maintenance teams by ensuring fiber routes, ducts, handholes, and related assets are precisely documented in our GIS system., * Data Collection & Entry: Digitize fiber routes, ducts, manholes, handholes, splice points, and cabinets into GIS databases.

 * Documentation & Media Handling: Interpret construction drawings and as-built plans, take and upload required photos, and attach documents to specific GIS map locations.
 * Data Verification & Maintenance: Validate and reconcile field data against design documentation, coordinating with field engineers and construction teams.
 * Attribute Management: Maintain detailed asset attribute data, including fiber counts, cable sizes, splice details, and asset IDs.
 * Spatial Analysis & Reporting: Perform spatial analysis for route planning/expansion, and generate maps, reports, and KMZ files for planning and operations.
 * Quality & Compliance: Ensure all mapping adheres to telecom industry standards and data quality control guidelines.