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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS Technician - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Birmingham, AL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $54,080.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, ArcGIS (Software), Databases, GIS Applications, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Microsoft Office, Esri GIS (Software), Network Switches, Reliability of Systems, Mobile Data - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/al/birmingham/ccfc47eb-eab4-46af-a559-abc8192ace13 ## About the Role Auditing Geography Visionary Operations Leadership Innovation Collections Reliability Mobile Data Team Oriented Asset Tracking Detail Oriented Problem Solving Microsoft Office Network Switches ArcGIS (GIS Software) Artificial Intelligence Outage Management Systems Engineering Design Process Global Positioning Systems Electric Power Distribution, * High school diploma or equivalent * One of the following: + Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field + GIS Certificate + 2+ years of hands-on GIS experience * Experience working with ESRI ArcGIS * Proficiency in Microsoft Office * Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy * Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, * Experience with ArcGIS Pro * Knowledge of electric distribution systems or utility infrastructure * Utility industry experience * Familiarity with CAD software * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Experience working with GPS and mobile data collection tools, Geography Visionary Operations Leadership Innovation Collections Reliability Mobile Data Team Oriented Asset Tracking Detail Oriented Problem Solving Microsoft Office Network Switches ArcGIS (GIS Software) Artificial Intelligence Outage Management Systems Engineering Design Process ## Description Are you passionate about geospatial data and technology? Join a collaborative team where your work directly supports the reliability and performance of a large-scale electric distribution network. As a GIS Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing an ESRI-based GIS system that maps and tracks critical infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern GIS tools, contribute to impactful projects, and grow your expertise in a dynamic, utility-focused environment., * Maintain and update accurate geospatial data for electric distribution assets-including poles, transformers, conductors, switches, and meters-within an ESRI GIS platform * Ensure the GIS database reflects real-world conditions by validating, auditing, and correcting data * Create and update detailed maps and schematics to support engineering teams, operations, and field crews * Partner with field teams to integrate GPS and mobile data collection into GIS systems * Investigate and resolve discrepancies between field conditions and system records * Support planning, outage management, asset tracking, and system reliability through GIS analysis * Assist in visualizing network upgrades and expansions using ArcGIS tools * Prepare reports and documentation using Microsoft Office tools * Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, operations teams, and fellow GIS professionals, * Standard schedule: Monday-Friday, ~40 hours/week * Initial on-site training (~3 months) in Birmingham, AL 4 days/ week and 1 day remote. 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