Introduction
The Locator feature helps field users locate equipment and BLE Assets in real time. Users can search, filter, sort, and view assets on a live map, and perform actions like navigation, calling drivers, viewing maintenance records, or finding nearby BLE Assets.
Navigation
To access the Locator:
Go to: FleetWatcher Home Screen > Tap Locator
Landing Page Overview
The Locator page shows a list of all equipment and BLE Assets the user has access to.
Use the Search bar to find assets by name or ID.
Tap the Filter icon (three stacked lines) to:
Filter by Equipment Type or Project
Sort by Location, Last Transmitted, or Asset Name
Sort Order: Ascending or Descending
If “Save Locator Filters” is enabled in App Options, the "Sort By" selection will be saved.
Interacting with Assets
Tap an asset to open its location on the map.
Long Press an asset to access quick actions:
Call the driver (if a phone number is available)
View Maintenance history
Get Directions to the asset
Viewing Equipment on the Map
When you tap an asset:
The map centers on the asset.
A detail card displays information like:
Asset Name
Equipment Type
Last Update (Heartbeat)
Speed, Heading, Odometer, Hour Meter
Mobile Number (if assigned)
Assigned Project
Available Actions:
Navigate: Open directions to the asset in Apple Maps or Google Maps.
Call Driver: Tap to call the driver's listed phone number.
Maintenance: View maintenance history or add a new maintenance record.
Staying Up to Date:
The Locator screen updates the equipment's location and last-update time automatically about every 60 seconds. You do not need to leave the screen and come back to see the latest position.
When you select one truck to track, the map keeps following that truck as it moves. You don't need to re-select it or re-center the map yourself.
Maintenance Records
Tap Maintenance to see service history.
Tap an existing record to view or edit it.
Tap the Plus (+) icon to create a new maintenance record.
This is useful for mechanics performing field service — they can call the driver, navigate to the asset, complete maintenance, and document it all inside the app.
Locator Map Animation
When you tap on a piece of equipment, the app animates by rotating the asset and surrounding area after about 5 seconds.
Tap Stop to end the animation manually.
Pinch to zoom in/out on the map.
Animation can be turned off in App Options (Home Screen > 3 Dots Menu > App Options).
BLE Asset Specific Features
Find BLE Asset (BLE Assets Only)
Tap Find BLE Asset when viewing a BLE Asset.
A pop-up will confirm the beacon ID.
Tap Scan to search for the beacon.
Bluetooth scanning will show proximity status:
Immediate – Very close proximity
Near – Within range, but not right beside you
Far – In range but farther away
Unknown – Beacon not detected (may be out of range or beacon is off)
Bluetooth Range Note:
Bluetooth scanning range for beacons is about 30 feet.
Signals can vary based on obstacles or interference.
Understanding Equipment Icons
Directional Halos:
Green Halo: Asset is moving faster than 2 mph (shows direction).
Red Halo: Asset is stopped or moving slower than 2 mph.
Note: Off-road equipment often moves below 2 mph. Movement status should be verified using GPS Transmission Activity or Productivity Reports.
Loaded vs Unloaded Icons (Haul Trucks):
Full Bed Icon: Truck is loaded.
Empty Bed Icon: Truck is unloaded.