GIS Technician

The Magnolia
Huntsville, AL, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Computer-Aided Design Geographic Information Systems Software Suite ArcGIS (Software) Microsoft Outlook Databases Global Positioning Systems (GPS) GPS EXchange Format Esri GIS (Software)

Job description

  • Create, maintain and/or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.
  • Perform various GIS related activities including, but not limited to: GPS field data collection, GIS data creation and conversion, and GIS data management and quality control.
  • Assist Project Managers in the installation and configuration of Esri, FlowGIS 365, and other third party software applications.
  • Provide client technical support for FlowGIS 365 and Esri software products.
  • Consistently track progress daily, and provide weekly reports to management.
  • Travel to complete any necessary fieldwork
  • Communicate effectively, both written and oral, with project team and management staff.
  • Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
  • Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
  • Perform other approved duties as assigned by GIS Manager.

Requirements

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Stakeholder relationship building?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Knowledge of computer applications and functions including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, ESRI, CAD, and other related software.

  • Professional GIS experience in the utility sector is also a plus.
  • Ability to analyze deficiencies in GPS data and to interpret spatial point data.
  • General understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and datums.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to excel in a detail-oriented environment with a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Must have valid driver’s license and able to operate a car or truck., * Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, Geospatial Information Systems, or other closely related degrees.
  • 1 to 3 years of GIS experience showing demonstrated proficiency in Esri’s ArcGIS software suite of products.
  • Experience in compiling formal written reports for external clients.
  • Professional experience with client management and interaction.
  • Appropriately licensed to operate a motor vehicle, Required
  • 1 - 3 years: GIS experience showing demonstrated proficiency in Esri’s ArcGIS software suite of products, Required
  • Bachelors or better in Geo Info Systems or related field

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