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# GIS Technician

- **Company:** American Electric Power
- **Location:** Corpus Christi, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $54,063.0 - $72,082.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, Databases, Data Files, Data Systems, Information Technology, Data Generation
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/E6419B3B7E2840E08D9FBC7B7DD6D1B5/job/

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Drafting or related field and 0 years of experience

OR associate's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Drafting or related field and 2 years of experience

OR High School / equivalency and 5 years of experience

Required License(s) / Certification(s): Valid state driver's license.

Other Requirements :

Physical demand level is Sedentary

There are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

Must have strong working knowledge of conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods.

Have working knowledge of computer graphics and automated drawing methods and can distinguish colors.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel and Access.

## Description

Provide expertise in data creation through conversion of existing data sources into GIS data, expertise in field survey methods and differential correction, data file management, and development of cartographic products., Work with other organizations of the company to resolve discrepancies to assure that data reflects accurate field conditions.

Design and run moderately complex queries and reports defined to pull data from graphical and non-graphical databases.

Demonstrate proficiency in various related data systems utilized to perform GIS duties.

Assist in training others in the technical aspects of the various systems utilized to perform GIS duties.


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