Geographical Information System (GIS) Tech

The ComTran Group is connecting the Southeast as a regional leader in the utility infrastructure sector through expanded partnerships and services, while upholding the highest excellence in quality. We focus on building future leaders, rewarding excellence, and recognizing each team member's unique contributions. The ComTran Group is a Quanta Services company (NYSE: PWR).

About This Role

The ComTran Group is a full-service provider of infrastructure construction services to the energy and communication industry with committed values to safety, quality, and customer service. We are looking for a Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform GIS data collection using different techniques according with project requirements.
• Provide real-time, updated, and quality data to support fiber optic installations by diverse methods (directional drilling, plow).
• Plan and execute daily goals meeting quality, time, and budget.
• Perform field inspections on new and existing communication and power systems.
• Review GIS databases to minimize data integrity errors.
• Collect as-built data for fiber optic projects.
• Work outside in all weather conditions and in various hours of the day or night.
• Safely drive/operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Travel throughout various states as needed.

Requirements

• Must have basic knowledge of GIS and GPS principles, automated mapping, and data conversion.
• Experience with Trimble Terrasync and Terraflex software is a plus.
• Ability to stand, walk, or hike for extended periods of time and long distances while operating electronic devices, bend, reach, and move to carry items weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Good computer skills and proficiency working in various software applications.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Forms, OneDrive).
• Working knowledge of health, safety, and environmental protection practices and procedures as they apply to related construction processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Geographical Information Systems, geography, engineering, computer science, or related discipline (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Must successfully complete drug screening and background check.
• Organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Electric utility and telecommunications experience preferred.
• Proficient use of Trimble Terrasync and Terraflex, or other GIS software experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic with desire to work in a production environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in OSP projects (preferred).
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acceptable.
• Live within 100 miles from zip code 30518.

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Pay

$20 - $23 per hour based on experience

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance