Associate Technician, GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Field

Eversource; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking an intermediate GIS/ CAD technician to maintain land base data and support field audits across utility distribution networks. You will work with ArcFM, CAD, and Mobile GIS to implement as-built data and ensure robust data integrity.

The role requires understanding of business processes around design and operations, plus QA/QC oversight and cross-functional collaboration. Travel between MA/CT/NH may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in GIS or related field or equivalent experience.
• Zero to three years of utility distribution experience in GIS and CAD fields.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains land base and distribution facilities in the GIS database, ensuring data integrity.
• Interprets and implements data from as-built drawings and plats into standard company symbology using ArcFM, CAD, and Mobile GIS.
• Coordinates with departments to resolve field changes and map discrepancies.
• Validates topology and connectivity, snaps, and missing attributes needed for tracing functionality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Data integrity

Education

Associate degree in GIS or related field

Tools

Smallworld

AutoCAD/MicroStation

ESRI

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

An intermediate-level position responsible for GIS data maintenance tasks including scanning, geo-referencing, digitizing, attribution and comprehensive field audit. Works in GIS/CAD Document management and database applications which model utility distribution systems. Requires understanding of functional business processes as they relate to design, construction and operations and working understanding of data attributes that support these business processes. Performs and manages QA/QC processes.

Essential Functions

• Updates and maintains land base, distribution facilities in company's Geographic Database and ensure data integrity.
• Interprets and implements data from as-built, job construction sketches, work management and or subdivision plats into standard company symbology utilizing ArcFM, CAD, and Mobile GIS.
• Coordinates with various departments to resolve field changes and /or field-to-map discrepancies.
• Validates topology of land, distribution, parent/child associations, connectivity, snapping, missing features or objects, missing attributes required for the proper functioning of tracing functionality.
• Analyzes and interprets spatial data including but not limited to ortho-aerial imagery to ensure data integrity.
• Conducts field audit and Mobile GIS data collection to validate as built distribution configuration.
• Performs business software testing and training of GIS applications as needed.
• Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance on all data entered into GIS Database for data integrity.
• Provides technical guidance and direction to less experienced technicians.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

• Good computer skills and proficiency working in various GIS/CAD software applications such as Smallworld, AutoCad/Microstation and ESRI.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer relations skills.
• Ability to address multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to handle changing and emerging priorities.
• Knowledge of utility distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret Road/Development site plans, as well as mapping coordinates and symbols.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products and/or iOS.
• Good analytical skills, ability to quantify data, and make sound decisions.
• Ability to organize, plan and work efficiently within a highly technical environment.

Education

Associate degree in GIS, Surveying, Cartography or related field or equivalent experience.

Experience

Zero (0) to three (3) years of utility distribution experience in the GIS and CAD fields.

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Working Conditions

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Competencies

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $64,700.00-$71,890.00

Worker Type

Regular

Number of Openings

1

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Who we are: Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.