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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS (Spatial Technology) Technician I - **Company:** Baxter - **Location:** Bannockburn, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $54,080.0 - $60,320.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), ArcGIS (Software), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), GPS EXchange Format, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Esri GIS (Software), Data Processing, Scripting, Microsoft Power Automate, Data Layers, Information Technology - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d3907cbd7fc5fd51 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Remote Sensing or related field required. Must-haves, what you will bring * Professional experience with current ArcGIS Pro releases and ArcGIS Online is required. * +-80% workload will be office-based GIS and Spatial Technology related tasks. * +-20% workload will be out of office performing work on site with clients as their GIS consultant representative, other out of office tasks may include: GPS services, data collection, inspections, condition assessments in a wide-variety of project types and environments. * Working knowledge of map design and end user focused layout. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Possess an eagerness to learn new skills as well as hone existing strengths, take initiative and be a proactive team member. * Ability to demonstrate efficient problem-solving techniques. * Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis. * Valid Driver's License. * Ability to travel throughout Chicagoland area (own transportation)., * Practical experience in ArcGIS Online application development, such as Experience Builder, Field Maps, and Survey123 is a plus. * Practical experience in the Microsoft Office suite of applications; specifically, Teams, Power Automate, and SharePoint a plus. * An understanding of GIS-related scripting/coding (Python, Arcade, etc.) is a plus. * An understanding of how APIs integrate into GIS workflows is a plus. * An understanding of different coordinate reference systems and their appropriate application based on use/location and datum transformations/re-projections a plus. * A background in computer science/programming, engineering tech, or surveying is plus. * Working knowledge of municipal operations, public works, or utility services is preferred. ## Description Baxter & Woodman's Spatial Technology Group has a rewarding opportunity for a GIS Technician I in our Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, or Naperville, IL office. Successful candidates will possess strong work ethic, technical problem-solving skills and the ability to work within a wide variety of project types and environmental conditions. The ideal candidate will also value the importance of being a team member, delivering high-quality work, and working efficiently. Those desiring to be part of a dynamic, fast paced and growing team are encouraged to apply. What your day-to-day will look like * Report to the GIS Department Manager for work responsibilities, scheduling, and tasks. * Perform office-based mapping tasks, map creation, data manipulation, analysis and technical problem solving in Esri's ArcGIS Pro environment. * Manage ArcGIS Online Organization accounts and related data layers and mapping content for municipal clients. * Develop and maintain ArcGIS Online applications such as Experience Builder, Survey123, Dashboards, and Field Maps. * Perform troubleshooting tasks. * Manage geodata standards, clean up, and maintenance. * Provide onsite work for municipal clients and field-based projects as needed. * Provide field-based services including but not limited to GPS data collection of new assets / construction as-builts, condition assessments of utilities, pavement, signage, ADA, etc. ## Related Videos - [Add Location-based Searching to Site with ElasticSearch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/77-add-location-based-searching-to-site-with-elasticsearch) - [Why Your AI Agent Keeps Hallucinating Your Data: Building Deterministic Context Layers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2055-why-your-ai-agent-keeps-hallucinating-your-data-building-deterministic-context-layers) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [JavaScript? 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