GIS Technician

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create, maintain and/or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.

• Perform various GIS related activities including, but not limited to: GPS field data collection, GIS data creation and conversion, and GIS data management and quality control.

• Assist Project Managers in the installation and configuration of Esri, FlowGIS 365, and other third party software applications.

• Provide client technical support for FlowGIS 365 and Esri software products.

• Consistently track progress daily, and provide weekly reports to management.

• Travel to complete any necessary fieldwork

• Communicate effectively, both written and oral, with project team and management staff.

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.

• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

• Perform other approved duties as assigned by GIS Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of computer applications and functions including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, ESRI, CAD, and other related software.

• Professional GIS experience in the utility sector is also a plus.

• Ability to analyze deficiencies in GPS data and to interpret spatial point data.

• General understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and datums.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to excel in a detail-oriented environment with a high level of accuracy.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Must have valid driver's license and able to operate a car or truck.

• Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, Geospatial Information Systems, or other closely related degrees.

• 1 to 3 years of GIS experience showing demonstrated proficiency in Esri’s ArcGIS software suite of products.

• Experience in compiling formal written reports for external clients.

• Professional experience with client management and interaction.

• Appropriately licensed to operate a motor vehicle

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

• ESRI ArcGIS: Intermediate

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Geo Info Systems

Experience

Required

• 1-3 year: GIS experience showing demonstrated proficiency in Esri’s ArcGIS software suite of products

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