Specialist I, GIS

Position Summary: This position is responsible for creating and updating LCEC’s electronic mapping and drafting systems in the System Graphics department. Performs advanced updates to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Provide drafting support to the Engineering and Operations Division., * Update GIS system maps from final as-built work requests and additional sources.

• Create and update system drawings as required.
• Maintain system connectivity model in GIS system.
• Perform field checks to GPS electric facilities and verify accuracy or discrepancies from as-built work requests.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.
• Responsible for delivering projects and tasks on time and within budget.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels within LCEC. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts. Provide current and accurate information to all requesters, courteously and in a timely manner.
• Support Storm Restoration efforts when needed. Work in emergency storm situations (i.e. hurricanes) and work long hours (>12 hours per day) for many continuous days/weeks as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Associate’s Degree (Required) or
• High School Diploma plus 2 yrs experience with GIS or CAD (Required)
• Associate’s Degree drafting and design – or completion of 2 year vocational / certificate program using AutoCAD or ESRI, or NISC MapWise (Preferred) or
• High School Diploma plus 2 years direct GIS (ArcMap, or MapWise, or CAD (AutoCad) experience (Preferred), * 2+ to 5 Years experience with PC MS Office Suite (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and presentation software) (Required)
• 2+ to 5 Years experience in drafting or mapping environment (Required)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience in electric utility drafting environment or mapping environment (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience creating & maintaining data using NISC MapWise, AutoCAD or ArcMap software (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience with GPS technology & data collection (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess & maintain a valid Florida driver’s license (Required)

Physical Demands and Working Environment: The physical demands and working environment characteristics described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: Standing Frequently, Walking Frequently, Sitting Frequently, Lifting Rarely, Carrying Rarely, Pushing Rarely, Pulling Rarely, Climbing Rarely, Balancing Rarely, Stooping Rarely, Kneeling Rarely, Crouching Rarely, Crawling Rarely, Reaching Rarely, Handling Occasionally, Grasping Occasionally, Feeling Rarely, Talking Constantly, Hearing Constantly, Repetitive Motions Frequently, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently.

• Working Environment: Frequently Air-conditioned office environment, Rarely Extreme cold, Occasionally Extreme heat, Rarely Humidity, Rarely Wet, Occasionally Noise, Rarely Hazards, Rarely Temperature Change, Rarely Atmospheric Conditions, Rarely Vibration.

• Company-wide annual incentive plan
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match
• Company funded Pension Plan
• On-site wellness/medical facility
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness program with financial rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Group life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

LCEC provides reliable, cost-competitive electricity to more than 260,000 members throughout a five-county service territory located in Southwest Florida. We employ approximately 485 skilled employees and are one of more than 900 electric distribution cooperatives located throughout the United States. LCEC has been recognized locally and statewide as an industry leader and continually receives acknowledgment for the work that our employees do in the community along with other civic, environmental and professional honors., STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS…. Responding to storms may be considered a condition of employment: LCEC provides critical services to our community during an emergency. Employees may be required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our LCEC members. Employees are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company’s guidelines and procedures.

Please note that at the time a candidate is made a job offer, the candidate will be subject to a background check and a drug screening. LCEC is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are decided upon the basis of qualification, performance and business needs. We value diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of any characteristic covered by law.