GIS Mapper

About the role

Maintain the GIS model on the electric side (not for gas work), performing analysis and creating custom maps. Work in a union environment, reporting to a supervisor, processing work orders into GIS, and handling print distribution of updates. Includes some tabular data work and analysis, with approximately 5-10% of time spent in the field.

Training & work schedule

• Editors are required to be onsite every day for a minimum of 8 weeks (first 6 to 12 weeks) for full training
• After training, hybrid rotation (remote and onsite) may be introduced based on ability to work independently
• Remote days vary based on Client and work assignment, with each office having its own schedule
• Once a week, editors rotate to travel to the sub-headquarters for print distributions
• Candidates must be able to commute once a week to a secondary location

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments related to recording or producing information for the construction, operation, and maintenance of Utility Systems
• Maintain the GIS connected model with information from work management systems, as-built construction drawings, work orders, completion records, field reports, and other sources
• Perform analysis or queries to assemble data and prepare reports, tabulations, charts, and maps from the connected model and other data sources
• Produce standard prints and ad-hoc plots for field requests containing specific information from the connected model and other data sources
• Maintain service point data and the relationship to feeding source transformer
• Track lifespan of utility asset data, including history, inspection, and attachments
• Resolve conflicting data, mapping, connectivity, and land issues through office or field investigation
• Perform GIS work on major projects such as facility relocations, load rearrangement, and new business
• Operate automated office equipment including printers, plotters, duplication machines, facsimile, and scanners
• File records and data pertaining to the work
• Perform manual or computer aided drafting
• Operate a car or light truck
• Assist other employees in plant work, in the field, or in the office
• Perform other similar skilled work

Required experience

• 1–2 years of GIS experience (school or work-related)
• Knowledge and understanding to update the GIS system
• Experience using GIS applications and understanding how relationships work in GIS
• Must be able to work at various Client locations based on business needs/workload
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to operate motor vehicles in the state of New Jersey
• Computer skills in MS Office and other Windows applications

Preferred qualifications

• MicroStation or AutoCAD experience is a strong plus, but candidate must still have GIS experience
• Utility industry experience is not required—open to candidates from any industry with GIS experience
• Open to recent college graduates entering the workforce with GIS experience from school or internships
• GIS editing/modifying experience is desired but not required

Additional qualifications

Must have the ability to acquire a thorough working knowledge of: the Company's business applications; material, equipment, and apparatus used in the work; the Utilities' Transmission and Distribution systems; and various operating and maintenance handbooks and manuals, including the safety rules and practices set forth therein.