GIS Specialist

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Responsibilities of this position include the following:

- Use ArcGIS and ArcFM as well as a custom application to identify, configure, and transform distribution data. \

- Read and interpret electrical utility asset information to enter, edit, and update spatial and tabular data.

- Maintain the accuracy of the GIS database(s), technical files, and documentation.

- Ensure quality, meet timelines, and coordinate with supervisor and trainers to resolve data issues.

- Complete data conversion, digitizing, spatial data editing, attribute editing, data validation and maintenance of digital infrastructure spatial data and related attribute information.

- Analyze data and perform QC/QA related activities, standards enforcement, and data validation.




Progress tracking and reporting Requirements for this position include the following:

- Technical certification or equivalent in drafting, GIS, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

- one to five years of related experience working in a fast paced, high volume production environment using ArcGIS.

- Experience working with and ability to read and understand electrical one lines, schematics, as well as transmission plan and profile drawings.

- Knowledge of basic electrical distribution power systems and utility network connectivity.

- Knowledge of utility engineering specifications and drawings, established drafting and design techniques.

- Knowledge of current technologies, tools, systems, and vendors.

- Understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult and resolve internal and external customer issues.

- Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team.

Preferences:

- Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information System (GIS), Natural Resources, Geography or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Experience with ArcGIS 10.x and ArcFM

- Experience working with and maintaining networked utility data.

- Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.