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# GIS Technician

- **Company:** Trail Blazer Consulting LLC
- **Location:** Madison, WI, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ADMS (Software), Data Validation, GIS Applications
- **Published:** May 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/415b9adf-8f70-42ba-b4ee-119f074f839e

## About the Role

* Experience with data entry, QA/QC, or mapping-related work
 * Basic understanding of construction standards and work requests
 * Familiarity with utility systems (electric, gas, landbase)
 * Ability to interpret maps, diagrams, and source documentation
 * Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain data accuracy
 * Comfortable working in system-based environments and following

defined processes

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with GIS tools or mapping systems
 * Exposure to:
 * ArcFM
 * ADMS
 * Maximo
 * Familiarity with:
 * Pole maps, underground maps, gas maps
 * Switch diagrams and utility network layouts

Key Traits

 * High attention to detail (this is accuracy-driven work)
 * Ability to follow structured processes with minimal supervision
 * Strong written communication (documentation, notes, corrections)
 * Collaborative mindset (works with field teams and internal groups)

## Description

Supports utility mapping and GIS
data maintenance activities to ensure accurate, complete, and high-quality
facility data. Responsible for QA/QC, map updates, and data validation across
electric and gas systems using internal tools and source documentation.

Key Responsibilities

 * Perform QA/QC on utility mapping data using established tools

and processes

 * Review and compare source documents (field data, vendor outputs,

work orders) to validate accuracy

 * Update and maintain GIS maps, switch diagrams, and related records
 * Perform data entry and ongoing maintenance of utility and

landbase data

 * Validate attributes, correct discrepancies, and reconcile errors in

mapping data

 * Apply phasing and switching information based on diagrams and

material records

 * Compare GIS maps to field conditions and update records accordingly
 * Support work request and as-built closeout by coordinating

with field personnel

 * Complete gas and electric map corrections within assigned areas
 * Maintain documentation related to mapping processes and data

updates


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