GIS Field Technician

Paylocity; Lincoln (RI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

ESOP

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan with match

Job summary

BETA Group, Inc. is seeking a GIS Field Technician to turn academic GIS skills into real-world impact in Lincoln, RI. You will collect data in the field, map infrastructure, and bring it to life via web-based platforms to support safer, smarter communities.

Join a team of engineers and planners, gain hands-on field and office experience, and benefit from mentorship and cross-training while advancing municipal data projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geology, Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 1–3 years of related GIS experience
• GIS principles and applications
• Proficient with tablets, smartphones, laptops and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection of field data and perform asset inspections
• Perform field measurements of roadway, sidewalks, curb ramps and other municipal infrastructure
• Plan, coordinate and execute data collection to meet project goals
• Edit and validate collected data under project manager guidance
• Build and maintain geographic databases, tables, forms and reports
• Collaborate with engineers and planners to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Use tablets, GPS devices and GIS software to capture and analyze data

Skills

GIS

Field data collection

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Verbal/written communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

GPS equipment

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

BETA Group, Inc is looking for a May 2027 graduate ready to turn their GIS skills into real-world impact! As a GIS Field Technician, you'll help municipalities see their communities in a whole new way - mapping the infrastructure people rely on every day, from sidewalks and curb ramps to streets and stormwater utilities.

At BETA, we bring GIS, engineering, planning, and environmental science together to help towns and cities better understand the places they serve. You'll be out in the field collecting data, developing and analyzing spatial information, and bringing it to life through web-based platforms that help communities make smarter, data-driven decisions. The work you do will directly support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable communities.

This is an opportunity to get out from behind the classroom and put your GIS skills to work on projects that matter. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, planners, and scientists, gain hands‑on experience in the field and in the office, and build your skills through mentorship, cross‑training, and real project experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the collection of field data and perform asset inspections
• Perform field measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalks, curb ramps, and other municipal infrastructure within the Right of Way
• Take ownership of daily field operations, including planning, coordinating, and executing data collection to meet project goals
• Edit and validate the collected data under the guidance of the project manager
• Help build and maintain geographic databases, tables, forms, and reports that bring municipal data to life
• Collaborate closely with engineers, planners, and other staff to ensure project deliverables meet high‑quality standards
• Use cutting‑edge technology like tablets, GPS devices, and GIS software to capture, manage, and analyze data efficiently

Preferred location is BETA's Lincoln, RI office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree program in GIS, Geography, Geology, Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 1 to 3 years of related GIS experience
• GIS principles, concepts, and applications
• Proficient in the use of current technology (i.e., tablets, smart phones, laptops, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong technical aptitude with an eagerness to learn
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail
• Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
• Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Experience/Skills

• ESRI Suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS online, etc.) to create and publish map services
• Working knowledge of GPS equipment
• AutoCAD

About BETA:

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee‑owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development
• Employee Engagement Program
• 401(k) Plan with annual 401k match

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.