GIS Tech3- 4P/911

We are seeking a GIS Technician III to support the input, processing, and maintenance of Alabama Power distribution line and equipment assets within an Esri GIS database ., * Enter, process, update, and maintain electric distribution line and equipment data in an Esri GIS database.

• Review GIS records for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
• Update distribution assets based on engineering, field, or construction information.
• Maintain accurate spatial and attribute data.
• Use Esri ArcGIS tools to edit and manage GIS information.
• Support data quality and GIS maintenance activities.
• Interpret maps, drawings, and related source documentation.
• Collaborate with other GIS technicians, engineers, and utility personnel.
• Follow established GIS standards, procedures, and data-quality requirements.
• Support ongoing distribution system mapping and asset-management activities., * Monday through Friday.
• 40 hours per week.
• Shifts may be 8 or 10 hours per day.
• Start times may be as early as 7:00 AM .
• End times may extend to approximately 5:00 PM .

Remote Work Requirements

Following an estimated training period of approximately 3 months in Birmingham, the position may transition to primarily remote work.

If remote work is approved:

• Occasional in-office attendance may still be required for meetings, training, or other business needs.
• Employee must maintain a stable broadband internet connection.
• Internet speed should be at least approximately 20 Mbps or sufficient to support remote desktop connections through VPN.
• Internet service is the responsibility of the worker.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet at least one of the following:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• GIS Certificate
• At least 2 years of full-time GIS experience
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS software required .
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week in an office environment during the training period.
• Must currently reside in the greater Birmingham, AL metro area.
• Must live within approximately 50 miles of the Birmingham office .
• Candidates planning to relocate are not eligible for consideration., * Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro .
• Electric utility or power distribution knowledge .
• Experience working with electric distribution lines and equipment.
• Experience with CAD / Computer-Aided Drafting .
• Previous experience maintaining utility GIS databases.