GIS and Database Technician

Geotemps, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Geotemps, Inc. is seeking a GIS/Database Technician to organize, georeference, and QA/QC thousands of exploration reports, drill logs, data tables, and maps. The role includes coordinating shipments of materials to scan and managing digital/physical storage.

Required experience in mining archives and familiarity with ArcGIS tools (ArcPro/ArcMap), QGIS, and Google Earth Pro; a geosciences background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Mining industry experience (1+ year).
• Experience with archives.
• Knowledge of Porphyry copper deposits and exploration activities; strong cartography; ability to catalog mixed materials.
• Experience with mapping software: ArcPro, ArcMap, QGIS, Google Earth Pro.

Responsibilities

• Scan, organize, and catalog Exploration archives; manage KOHA catalog and SharePoint.
• Search technical data using KOHA, FileTrail, and Port of Tucson Archive Library; digitize requests.
• Georeference and publish scanned maps with metadata using ArcPro.
• Communicate with clients; coordinate material shipments and storage logistics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ArcPro

ArcMap

QGIS

Google Earth Pro

KOHA

SharePoint

QA/QC

Cataloging

Geospatial data

Education

Geosciences/Geography degree or certificate

Tools

KOHA

FileTrail

ArcPro

ArcMap

QGIS

Google Earth Pro

SharePoint

Job description

GIS/Database Technician

Pay Rate: 24.75

Geotemps, Inc. is looking for a Database Technician who will organize, scan, catalog, georeferenced, and perform QA/QC on thousands of Exploration reports, drill logs, data tables. And maps. The Technician will also be required to coordinate shipments to and from mine sites, or vendors/sources as applicable, of material that needs to be scanned and cataloged.

Essential Functions

• Scans, organizes and catalogs Exploration archives house at the archive library. Cataloging in the online library database (KOHA), organizing physical files as well as digital files in SharePoint. Performs QA/QC of data.
• Performs searches for technical and historical data using KOHA, File Trail, or the Port of Tucson Archive Library. Gather, digitize, and distribute data upon request.
• Georeferenced and published scanned maps and other digital files as requested using ArcPro. Adding appropriate metadata to understand the context of data.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external clients. Coordinates the deliveries of materials to scan with appropriate staff and communicates with clients about where files will be stored digitally & physically.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Must have at least 1 year experience within a mining industry
• Demonstrated experience working with Archives.
• Knowledge of Porphyry copper deposits and general exploration activities. Strong cartographic understanding. Ability to catalog mixed materials (maps, photos, reports, etc.) in a library tracking system. Experience using Google Earth Pro or other open-source mapping programs.
• Bachelor’s degree or Certificate in Geosciences, Geography, or related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with ArcPro, ArcMap, QGIS, Google Earth Pro, or other related mapping software preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must wear personal protective equipment when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing, or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toed boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug screen (pre-employment and random).