GIS Data Technician
On-siteFenton, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Create and maintain GIS data by reviewing sources, running geoprocessing tools, and correcting inaccuracies. Produce maps, shapefiles, feature classes, and reports while georeferencing paper maps or digitizing features from PDFs and aerial imagery. Enter attribute information, perform quality control checks on field data, and compile data for invoicing. Digitize features and convert spatial data between coordinate systems. Assist with proposal production, flow analysis, and technical support for staff. Conduct engineering field inspections including manhole checks, smoke testing, and GPS locates. Maintain organized records and adhere to safety requirements while working alongside a team of GIS resources.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Valid Driver's license
- Ability to meet the assigned company's regulatory insurance requirements for owned autos determined through Motor Vehicle Record Check (MVR)
- Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondences, and memos
- Ability to write complex correspondences
- Ability to effectively present information
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to interpret and manipulate complex computer software programs including, but not limited to: geographic information systems (GIS), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, email applications, and other industry/project specific software systems
- Ability to utilize a tablet for purposes of documenting field inspections
- Ability to add and subtract two-digit number and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's
- Ability to perform these operations using unity of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
- Ability to read a ruler to 1/16"
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Sitting for long period of time which could exceed 8 hours in a day
- Looking at a computer screen for long periods of time which could exceed 8 hours in a day
- Standing and walking for long durations which could exceed 8 hours in a day
- Use hands and fingers to control, handle and feel objects
- See details of objects from a distance
- Enter sewer manholes
- Climb stairs and walk on uneven terrain
- Squat and crawl
- Lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds when necessary
- May be required to travel periodically
- May be required to work weekends
- Variable schedule
- May be required to work overtime
- Full-time, hourly, timecard reporting required
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Desired Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Geography, Cartography or a related field
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