GIS Technician (I to Senior)

Job Summary/Purpose

Support the design, maintenance, and accuracy of Entergy's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by updating electronic facility records, performing data analysis, and maintaining spatial data used to support engineering, construction, maintenance, and operations.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Design, update, and maintain electronic facility and maintenance information systems using GE Smallworld, ESRI ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and related GIS applications.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of as-built designs and construction projects to ensure the accuracy of the electric distribution GIS model.
• Maintain spatial data, generate maps and reports, and prepare data analysis and status reports.
• Support engineering, construction, maintenance, damage prevention, and conflict resolution activities by providing GIS data and technical support.
• Conduct field walkdowns to validate facilities and identify subsurface conflicts.
• Train and support users in GIS applications and editing processes.
• Aid in storm and outage restoration efforts as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Technology or a Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geosciences, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Two years of experience using GE Smallworld, ESRI ArcGIS, or vector/raster rendering systems, or equivalent academic experience.
• Experience using ESRI ArcGIS, GE Smallworld, and other GIS applications.
• Knowledge of GIS principles, coordinate systems, geography, and asset management.
• Experience with computer programming languages such as Python and SQL, along with databases and PC applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively in both office and field environments.
• Ability to support emergency response activities, including late hours, callouts, weekends, and storm restoration.
• Ability to lead GIS data research projects and train other employees.

Qualifications

• Certificates, Licenses & Certifications: None required.

Skills

• Knowledge of GIS principles, coordinate systems, geography, and asset management.
• Experience with computer programming languages such as Python and SQL, along with databases and PC applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively in both office and field environments.
• Ability to support emergency response activities, including late hours, callouts, weekends, and storm restoration.
• Ability to lead GIS data research projects and train other employees.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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Primary Location

Primary Location: Louisiana - New Orleans

Job Function

Engineering

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Union Description/code

N/A

Job Function

Engineering

Req ID

123747

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Additional Responsibilities

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Accessibility

Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Working Conditions

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.