Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist

• Use GIS, AutoCAD, and custom applications to create, collect, compile, configure, transform, and maintain data that serves a variety of purposes.
• Post map changes as instructed by field-completed drawings and as-builts
• Responsible for updating the mapping and connectivity systems using redlines and other information that comes back from the field, engineering, or dispatch.

• Technical certification or equivalent in drafting, GIS, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of three years of related experience working in a fast paced, high volume production environment using AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS.
• Understanding of electrical distribution systems or other utility network based systems in addition to a strong knowledge of CAD and GIS fundamentals.
• Knowledge of utility engineering specifications and drawings, established drafting and design techniques.
• Design skills involving redesign and development of detailed drawings from engineering guidelines.
• Knowledge of current technologies, tools, systems, and vendors.
• Understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively translate technical jargon into layman terms.
• 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., * Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Natural Resources, Geography or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2011 and ArcGIS 10.
• Experience with ArcFM Knowledge of basic electrical distribution power systems.
• Understanding of utility connectivity.
• Experience and understanding of electrical one lines, schematics, panel schedules, etc.

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health - your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)

• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing