Construction GIS Technician 3033732

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

North Dakota Department of Transportation in Minot, ND seeks a Construction GIS Technician to lead and manage the district’s GIS program, maintain the roadside asset database, and set up construction projects in ArcGIS. The role supports inspection, surveying, material testing, and drone-based reconnaissance to enhance data accuracy and decision making.

Requires at least six years of GIS-related experience, a degree in engineering/geospatial, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a valid North

Qualifications

• Six years of work experience with GIS data collection, database management, mapping or spatial analysis.
• Degree in engineering, geospatial or related field with GIS coursework may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the district's GIS database and tools.
• Coordinate construction projects within ArcGIS and prepare data for field operations.
• Support ongoing GIS initiatives and ensure data accuracy across datasets.
• Assist with construction inspection, survey activities and material testing.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering or geospatial degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Drone technology

Job description

Job ID 3033732
Location Minot, ND
Salary Range From 5699.00 To 5699.00 Monthly
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
FLSA Status Nonexempt

Minot District, Minot Construction Section, Minot, ND

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

NDDOT Starting Salary: $5,699/ month

We are seeking a candidate with a passion for construction and engineering, who enjoys working outdoors and has a strong understanding of technology to fill our role as a Construction GIS Technician.

This position is responsible for leading and managing the district’s GIS program. The new team member will oversee all aspects of our GIS operations, including maintaining and enhancing the roadside asset database, developing and administering new database tools, coordinating the maintenance diary system, and setting up construction projects within ArcGIS. The role will also support a variety of additional GIS initiatives as they arise, ensuring data accuracy, usability, and alignment with district needs.

Other duties include assisting with construction inspection, survey activities, and material testing to support field operations. The position will be required to obtain a drone pilot’s license, training and testing are provided by the department, and will use drone technology for stockpile measurements, project reconnaissance, and aerial documentation.

Additional responsibilities include managing the district’s culvert inspection program, billboard inspection program, and overhead clearance assessments, ensuring these datasets remain up-to-date and support operational decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for a Construction GIS Technician, you must have at least six years of work experience related to the duties listed, which must include hands on experience using GIS software for data collection, database management, mapping, or spatial analysis. College-level coursework and/or a degree in an engineering, geospatial, or related technical field that includes GIS coursework may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis. Materials testing experience is preferred.

You will need to be able to carry several items with a total weight of 50 pounds and have a valid North Dakota Class D driver’s license in order to travel to project locations.

But most importantly, we're looking for someone who is passionate about construction and engineering, has strong organizational and communication skills, and is proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word. If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. Join us in building the road to success!

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and the required job function screening and reference check.

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