GIS Technician

Job Duties

• Compile, integrate, edit, and maintain spatial data from a wide variety of sources for inclusion in our Geographic Information System (GIS) and service operation maps or to a customer’s environment.
• Develop scripts that will automate tasks within the GIS software.
• Analyze and correlate data from various sources to be linked to features.
• Absorb and assist with investigating and resolving map problems reported.
• Perform data quality control and assurance.
• Occasional involvement in project start-ups and client interaction as needed.
• Produce project specific documentation as needed.
• Consistently exceed the productivity standards per project requirements.
• Consistently exceed the quality standards per project requirements.
• Travel, on a limited basis, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Computer Science, a related field, and/or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with ESRI and other GIS software programs.
• Knowledge of cartographic principles, standards, and terminology.
• Create and/or maintain advanced data production functions (for gas, electric, or telecommunication commodities) using GIS-related software.
• Advanced skills in editing, manipulating, and analyzing data within GIS.
• Have working knowledge of all project tools/specifications to complete work.
• Consistently detail oriented, organized, and quality focused.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient working knowledge with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude.
• Communication skills, both oral and written.
• Direct utility or telecommunications experience.