GIS Technician (Office)

Title: GIS Technician (Office)
Reports to: GIS Supervisor
Location: Georgia Regional Office – Alpharetta, GA (preferred), NJ Offices (Flanders, Hackensack, or Wall), or Remote
Salary Range: $22 – $26/hr, based on experience and qualifications

Brief Description:

GIS Office Technician will be the main point of contact for Client’s GIS needs to support business operations for field decisions and compliance metrics.

GIS Office Technician will become familiar with Client’s OPM (Operations Procedure Manual), GIS standards, and current applications. This role will be responsible for adding and editing Client GIS Utility Data (geospatial and attribution).

Previous knowledge of utilities (natural gas) is a plus, but not necessary. Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro 3.3 and higher, ArcMap and supporting software is a must.

Examples of Work/Duties:

• Reports to SCE Office Location or remote.
• Receives direction from Client Managers and communicates well with Client and Company employees.
• Ensures gas company standards and procedures are maintained.
• Validates and updates feature locations and associated attribute data for natural gas pipeline replacement projects.
• Edits and updates spatial locations and attributes of natural gas assets in the production GIS environment based on historical records.
• Completes edits and updates in accordance with natural gas company standards and procedures.
• Adds new features and attributes where required based on historical records.
• Interprets, validates, and modifies the provided GIS database following Client QA/QC.
• Ability to organize and prioritize demands based on time and effectiveness of requests.
• Utilizes ArcPro to visualize data, review relations, and attachments.
• ArcGIS Online publishing experience through ArcPro and best practices for publishing Hosted Layers.
• Be able to train other SCE staff on program and procedures.
• *Note: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Requirements (Education, Licensing, Certifications, etc.):

• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in GIS preferred.
• GIS Application (ArcPro 3.3) experience required.
• 0-3+ years of related experience preferred.
• Previous utility / engineering industry experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to pass Client required drug and background screening.
• Effective communication and organization skills.
• Willingness to learn and be proficient in additional GIS programs as required.

This is a full-time position, and the work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. SCE offers excellent compensation and benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays for this position.