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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Technician, GIS - **Company:** American Water Works Company, Inc. - **Location:** Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $55,702.0 - $90,251.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Geographic Information Systems, Data Analysis, ArcGIS (Software), Spreadsheets, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Computer Maintenance, Databases, Data Validation, Data Conversion, Relational Databases, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), GPS EXchange Format, Human-Computer Interaction, Interoperability, SQL Databases, Esri GIS (Software), Information Technology - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bbc15cebfca48fd4 ## About the Role * Detail oriented to conduct thorough analyses and evaluations, render and implement timely decisions and recommendations * Ability to work independently and manage time across multiple projects and deadlines * Ability to seek input/feedback and coordinate with other team members. * Ability to problem solve and analyze data to identify problems and develop effective solutions and/or input * Good communications skills * Proficient in use of tablet and handheld electronic devices * Understanding of GIS software, topology/geometric network techniques, data model formats, and data conversion practices. * Working knowledge of GIS related software, ArcGIS Pro, desktop mapping, web mapping, GPS, and database/spreadsheet applications. * Knowledge of CAD and related software and GIS/CADD interoperability. * Familiarity with relational databases and working within a SQL enterprise environment., * Associate degree or equivalent course work at a technical or vocational school, in geographic information systems, geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, computer science, or a related field * Minimum 1 year experience with GIS. Utility experience preferred. ## Description Responsible for gathering, producing, maintaining, analyzing, and reporting of Geographic Information System (GIS) data; preparing and updating maps and exhibits with GIS data sets; and using GIS data, applications, and tools to identify and solve problems for the engineering and operations staff. Utilize GPS to locate and field verify assets. Support asset management through a GIS-centric Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)., * Operate computer workstation to create and update maps for internal and external use utilizing latest ESRI software. * Convert data collected from field operations into GIS database with proper and accurate spatial location. * Maintain GIS attribute tables from data collected through various sources * Assure data consistency with company-wide standards and practices for data conversion and data maintenance in order to provide asset related metrics to decision makers. * Interface directly with capital and operations staff to confirm capital improvement projects are documented within the GIS data Coordinate with client to fulfill contractual requirements and requests. * Perform routine data validation and QA/QC checks to ensure GIS data integrity. * Generate reports and GIS exports to support business needs. * Assist with creation, maintenance and utilization of GIS-centric CMMS program through routine coordination with operation staff. * Maintain CMMS program and perform training of CMMS program to staff and employees. * Support the asset management program as needed including GIS - CMMS configuration, updating equipment tables and customizing the user interface. * Utilize mapping grade GPS to field verify and accurately locate assets and update GIS data accordingly. * Configure GPS settings to collect location data within horizontal and vertical tolerance limits and post process GPS data as needed. * Continue to develop expertise in GIS and CMMS program. * Participate in workshops, training, or vendor presentations introducing evolving GIS technology, new products and upgrades. * Perform other related functions to support the GIS program and other duties as needed. ## Related Videos - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1520-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [TiDB, One Layer at a Time: How Distributed SQL Became an Agentic AI Backbone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100117-tidb-one-layer-at-a-time-how-distributed-sql-became-an-agentic-ai-backbone) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)