GIS Technician/Drafter

We’re hiring a GIS Technician to join our Houston, TX office and provide mapping and spatial support for environmental consulting projects. You will work closely with project managers, scientists, and engineers to develop clear, accurate maps and datasets that inform project decisions and client reporting. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys detail-driven work and wants to build practical experience in consulting-based GIS. Interested? Keep reading., As a GIS Technician at Ensolum, your day-to-day responsibilities will typically include:

• Producing high quality maps, figures, and graphics using ArcGIS Pro based on project requirements and internal templates.
• Performing routine spatial data preparation and editing, including projections, attribute updates, basic topology checks, and organization of geodatabases.
• Executing standard geoprocessing tools such as buffer, clip, intersect, dissolve, spatial join, and select by attributes.
• Preparing and managing project-specific data, including importing survey files, digitizing features, and updating datasets from field or external sources.
• Creating and maintaining simple map layouts for reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Assisting with basic spatial analysis tasks such as distance measurements, proximity analysis, and simple overlay operations.
• Maintaining data integrity and documentation for recurring GIS tasks and workflows.
• Supporting project managers and scientists by responding to drafting requests in a timely manner.
• Uploading and managing spatial datasets within ArcGIS Online and creating simple web maps when needed.
• Following Ensolum’s quality standards for GIS deliverables and participating in internal peer reviews.
• Communicating status updates, data needs, and potential issues to senior GIS staff.
• Contributing to team culture by collaborating effectively and practicing strong attention to detail.

We’re always looking for people who are self-motivated, learning-oriented, and client-centric. And to be considered for this role at Ensolum, you’ll also need a few more qualification requirements:

• AS in Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, Geography or related field, technical certificate, or coursework in GIS
• 1 year of experience using ArcGIS Pro is preferred, but recent graduates with strong GIS coursework will be considered
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
• Occasional field support or data collection may be required depending on project needs
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Safety awareness and understanding of safe work practices
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Able to pass drug & alcohol screening and background check, * Associate (Required)

Pulled from the full job description Referral program 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Health savings account Dental insurance, * 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?

If you’re looking for a company that believes in building leaders, you’ve come to the right place. At Ensolum, you’ll sharpen your technical knowledge, learn to manage and oversee projects, develop your leadership skills, and be encouraged to innovate. And you’ll do this while working alongside some of the best scientific and engineering experts in the industry., Ensolum [en-ˈsō-ləm]

Derived from Latin roots: “en-“ (within, inside) and “solum” (ground, soil).

Noun: A company dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions for environmental challenges through technical expertise in geology, environmental science, and engineering.

Why our clients love us:

Ensolum is a customer focused company that delivers environmental, health, safety, and industrial hygiene services. Ensolum offers comprehensive professional and field services to assess, prevent, and remediate environmental issues related to water, ground, air quality, and facilities. Blending superb technical skills with creativity and business savvy, we focus on reducing or eliminating environmental risks and liabilities economically and expediently.

Ensolum’s mission is to combine sustainable environmental solutions with forward thinking, cost effective, innovative and value-added technologies that balance our clients’ economic resources and environmental challenges while providing our clients with a competitive advantage.