GIS Engineer I, II

Job Summary

The GIS Engineer will interpret maps, manipulate digital land data, and manage the information entered in our GIS database.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design and edit GIS data
• Ensure alignment of data with CNS standards
• Maintain data integrity and accuracy
• Utilize QGIS in data visualization and presentation
• Use systems of collecting and managing data points
• Research and verify spatial data
• Initiate internal work order requests for other departments necessary to complete entire project.
• Update necessary tracking system(s) to ensure project and/or program status is maintained with complete accuracy, including third party management systems.
• Communicate all issues to management prior to reaching critical status.
• Develop and maintain accurate and complete files for projects, monitoring for integrity and completeness.
• Absolute meet or exceed internal and external quality standards, and on-time delivery.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Associate’s degree in GIS, or related field preferred, or a GIS Certificate
• 1-4 years of experience with QGIS or ArcGIS, but any other experience is a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of GIS principles
• Deadline driven, self-motivated, and technically savvy
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
• Superior time management
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible, take direction with ease, including changes to schedule and workflow priorities
• Critical thinking skills; make assessments and provide solutions to problems.
• Ability to maintain professional tact in a fast-paced work environment with internal personnel and clients
• Superior customer service and dedication to providing a positive experience inside and outside the organization
• GRIT (guts, reliability, innovation and teamwork)
• Experience working in a Windows environment; Office 365, SharePoint and MS Excel
• Knowledge & experience with project management processes, tools, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects with reproducible results

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline preferred
• Construction experience preferred
• Field experience preferred
• Knowledge & experience in telecommunications, outside plant engineering design or field inspection, and/or network construction
• Knowledge of fiber networking, routing, and network management
• Knowledge and understanding of various broadband network designs and architecture
• Beginner knowledge & ability to learn how to design work prints for multiple job types

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: Frequently required to sit for extended periods, especially when working at a computer or desk.
• Manual Dexterity: Regular use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls (e.g., typing, using a mouse, handling documents).
• Reaching: Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Communication: Must be able to talk and hear clearly for effective communication.
• Environment: Typically works in a semi-quiet office environment, though some roles may involve occasional site visits.
• Mobility: Occasionally required to walk or stand for long periods.

Congruex Culture & Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information

• We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles.
• Some benefits have eligibility criteria.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.
• Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.