GIS Technician

Manitoba Government; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government department in Winnipeg is seeking a GIS Technician to join their team. This entry-level position involves working with GIS software like ArcGIS Pro to manage and analyze spatial data. Candidates should have post-secondary education in a science-related field and familiarity with GIS tools. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for managing multiple projects. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to vital environmental management efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience with ArcGIS Pro for creating and editing data.
• Experience using ArcGIS Online to edit data and create web maps.
• Experience working with raster data and processing UAV data.

Responsibilities

• Support GIS requirements by operating software to edit and display geospatial data.
• Process raw UAV imagery data into information products.
• Support senior GIS staff with their work.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Completion of post-secondary education in a science-related discipline or geography

Completion of GIS Professional (GISP) certification

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Pix4D

Drone2Map

Job description

Introduction

Forestry and Peatlands Branch collects, stores, maintains, updates and analyses large spatial data sets to help in the effective management of these resources. The GIS Technician supports the GIS and remote sensing work done within the Branch and is a critical component of the high performance GIS team within the Inventory and Analysis section. This entry level position exposes the incumbent to a rich world of spatial data, data editing / analysis and the communication of information using maps, charts, tables and reports.

Candidates are required to submit the Application Screening Form (Word or Fillable PDF Only). A resume and cover letter are also required.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position which require moderate physical effort
• Must be willing and able to travel to remote locations throughout the Province of Manitoba via trucks, all-terrain vehicles, boats, and by rotary or fixed wing aircraft
• Must be willing and able to work overtime

Qualifications : Essential

• Completion of post-secondary education in a science‑related discipline or geography, along with formal training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro for creating-and-editing data, updating and maintaining data within geodatabases, and checking data for accuracy.
• Experience using ArcGIS Pro for creating digital map products.
• Experience using ArcGIS Online to edit data and create web maps and apps.
• Experience working with raster data and processing UAV data using specialized software such as Pix4D or Drone2Map.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.

Desired

• Completion of GIS Professional (GISP) certification.
• Experience working with Python, Arcade, or other scripting languages.

Duties

This position supports Branch Geographic Information Systems (GIS) requirements by operating specialized computer software (e.g. ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) to edit and display geospatial data. This position also uses specialty software to process raw UAV (drone) imagery data into information products. This position will support other GIS staff and complement them in the work that supports the section and the Branch, allowing the senior staff to take on more complex work.