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# GIS Specialist

- **Company:** Touchstone Energy Cooperative, Inc.
- **Location:** Martinsville, IN, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Inventory Management Software, Office Suite, Esri GIS (Software), Information Technology
- **Published:** July 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers.electric.coop/jobs/rss/22462892/gis-geographic-information-system-specialist

## About the Role

Education-- High school diploma or equivalent with experience in GIS, utility infrastructure, or a degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a related fie

Experience---Demonstrated digital competency in common office software and the ability to learn and master others. Experience with ESRI mapping products and utility distribution experience is preferred. Knowledge of SCI service area, roads and terrain is also preferred., * Initiative-Acting independently, anticipating needs, and taking action to achieve results.

 * Planning and Organizing-Identifies priority activities and uses time and resources effectively.
 * Relationship skills-Building effective relationships and adapting communication style to the context and audience.

Additional Qualifications:

 * Must have the ability to accurately create and maintain records, files and reports which will be used by SCI personnel.
 * Must possess strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills to identify and correct mapping errors.
 * Must be capable of communicating actively with management, employees, members, personnel from other organizations, and the public.
 * Must be capable of collecting field data under varying terrain conditions.
 * Must be willing and able to assist during storms and large outages, as needed.
 * Must be regular in work attendance.
 * Must have a valid driver's license.

## Description

The GIS Specialist supports effective use and maintenance of GIS, including maintenance of the electric and fiber connectivity model within GIS for use by OMS, map viewer, and engineering software. Collecting and maintaining accurate asset and inventory data in GIS. Ensuring the accuracy and usefulness of the platform data.


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