GIS/ CAD Technician

ZipRecruiter; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geospatial industry is seeking a skilled GIS / CAD Technician to join their Data Analytic Group. The selected candidate will leverage geospatial technologies to develop innovative solutions, supporting various services through advanced analytics and data-driven mapping. This role requires collaboration with diverse professionals and a commitment to enhancing the company's geospatial strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum two years of experience in GIS programming or analysis.
• Certifications like GIS Professional or Esri preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CAD knowledge and collaborate with teams.
• Design and implement applications for spatial data analysis.
• Manage data sets and ensure the accuracy of maps.

Skills

Critical thinking

Customer service

Data logistics

Geospatial data analysis

Technical issue resolution

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Geography, GIS, or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop

AutoCAD

Python

SQL

Job description

Intellectual Concepts is seeking a skilled GIS / CAD Technician to join our innovative and collaborative Data Analytic Group. The role focuses on leveraging geospatial technologies to develop creative solutions, supporting Mobility and Environmental Services through advanced geospatial analytics, real-time data integration, field app configuration, and data-driven mapping for community assessment and decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a passion for developing and executing geospatial strategies within a team environment. They should enthusiastically promote and support the expansion of geospatial solutions across the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilize CAD knowledge, including Autodesk or Bentley systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, public health professionals, and field personnel.
• Design, develop, and implement applications for spatial data analysis.
• Perform GIS troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Manage data sets, CAD conversions, map creation, and database management.
• Design or develop databases with geographic or topographic data.
• Monitor map updates for accuracy and compliance.
• Create overlay maps showing boundaries or topographic features.
• Ensure accuracy of map layers, identify errors, and make corrections.
• Determine scales, line sizes, or colors for printed maps using plotters.
• Respond to map requests by compiling database information.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Geography, GIS, or related field.
• Two years of professional GIS programming, analysis, or cartography experience.

Licensing/Certifications:

• GIS Professional or Esri Certification
• AutoCAD

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Principles of cartography and geospatial data management.
• Project management and program administration.
• Emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Critical thinking and analysis.
• Business math and customer service principles.
• Modern office technology.

• Data management system development and maintenance.
• Deadline coordination, work prioritization, and technical monitoring.
• Data logistics and troubleshooting.
• GIS technical issue resolution and solution recommendation.
• Research on industry best practices.
• Development of software tools and automation.
• Geospatial data analysis and mapping.
• Report and technical document authoring.
• Legal and regulatory compliance interpretation.
• Customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with GIS software (ArcGIS Desktop, Pro, Online, Enterprise, Server), AutoCAD, Python, SQL.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed indoors in an office environment.