Forestry GIS Technician

Wright Canada Holdings Ltd; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled GIS Technician to provide mapping products and spatial analysis reporting to support operations. This role involves managing large spatial datasets, leading GIS projects from inception to completion, and preparing recommendations for diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Geographic Information Systems, experience with various GIS tools, and the ability to work independently. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency and success.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems.
• Experience in forestry GIS work and database management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage large spatial and attribute data sets.
• Lead GIS projects from conception to completion.

Skills

QGIS

ArcGIS Pro

ArcMap

Python

Microsoft 365

Education

Post-secondary degree in Geographic Information Systems

Tools

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Story Maps

Collector

GPS

PSI Geomatica

Job description

JOB SUMMARY : The GIS Technician will be responsible for providing mapping products and spatial analysis reporting to support operations.

Essential Functions :

• Developing and managing large spatial and attribute data sets and experience with database management tools and applications
• Managing projects and / or project components
• Preparing and presenting recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences
• Lead GIS projects from conception to completion including defining project scopes, timelines, and deliverables,
• Creating, publishing, and managing map services
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload,
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Create, develop, and maintain spatial and attribute data bases used in Geographic Information System (GIS) applications, relational database management (RDBM) systems and other corporate business systems (FTA, Results, etc.)
• Populate, maintain data integrity, secure access to restricted data, maintain linkages between databases and update databases as information becomes available,
• Ensure clearances are follow provincial regulations.

OTHER DUTIES : Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Position may require some outside travel.
• Overtime hours is anticipated at peak operation months.

Requirements :

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems
• Experience utilizing QGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Story Maps, Collector, GPS, PSI Geomatica, programming in Python, Arcade & Visual Basic,
• Experience in forestry GIS work
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 products (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive) in a cloud-based environment.
• Preferably located in BC

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