GIS Technician

Nicor Gas is seeking an experienced GIS Technician III to support the development, maintenance, and optimization of GIS data for utility distribution systems. This senior-level role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of GIS databases, performing advanced spatial analysis, supporting engineering and operations teams, and mentoring junior GIS technicians., * Maintain and optimize GIS databases for utility distribution systems.

• Create, update, and validate GIS maps, drawings, and as-built records.
• Perform advanced spatial analysis to support distribution planning, asset management, and outage management.
• Oversee GIS data collection, field updates, and quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and other business units to integrate GIS data with enterprise systems.
• Generate maps, reports, and GIS deliverables for operational and regulatory needs.
• Maintain GIS documentation, metadata, and data standards.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and training to junior GIS staff.
• Support GIS software upgrades, system maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure data security, integrity, and compliance with company standards.

The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of GIS experience, preferably within the utility or energy industry, along with strong expertise in ArcGIS, spatial databases, and utility mapping., * Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Science, GIS, or a related field.

• 10-15 years of GIS experience, preferably in the utility or energy industry.
• Advanced experience with ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar GIS platforms.
• Experience with spatial databases such as Oracle Spatial or PostgreSQL/PostGIS.
• Strong understanding of utility distribution systems and GIS data management.
• Experience with GPS data collection and field mapping technologies.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior team members., * Gas utility experience.
• As-built mapping experience.
• Experience supporting asset management or outage management systems.

$37 - $40 an hour - Contract