GIS Field Technician

Palmetto Engineering & Consulting; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

8 paid holidays

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Job summary

Palmetto Engineering & Consulting (PEC) is seeking a GIS Field Technician to join our employee-owned team. You will collect field data, map GIS data, and support Outside Plant telecom projects, converting data between formats and producing client-ready maps and reports.

Role requires travel to job sites, independent work, and a proactive approach. PEC offers competitive pay and a strong ESOP, 401(k) with match, PTO from day one, and a supportive, team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in ESRI GIS software applications listed above.
• Field data collection experience; telecom or utility work preferred.
• Willingness to travel to job sites and perform field tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field data collection and GIS mapping.
• Assist with Outside Plant Telecom projects and utility-related construction work.
• Digitize, edit, integrate, verify, and manage geospatial data and attributes using GIS software.
• Compile, extract, and organize geographic data from various sources.
• Produce time-sensitive GIS reports and maps for clients; meet deadlines.
• Perform database design and GIS analysis to generate telecom design statistics.
• Convert GIS databases between formats (shapefiles, geodatabases, Excel, KMZ/KML).
• Continuously improve operations and adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

Field data collection

Strong problem-solving

Independent worker

Can-do attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Collector

ArcOnline

ArcGIS Desktop 10.x

ArcSDE

ArcGIS Server

Job description

Join Our Team at Palmetto Engineering & Consulting (PEC)!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an innovative, employee-owned company? At PEC, we’re seeking a GIS Field Technician to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic company that values professional development, teamwork, and personal achievement.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct field data collection and GIS mapping.
• Assist with Outside Plant Telecom projects and utility-related construction work.
• Digitize, edit, integrate, verify, and manage geospatial data and attributes using GIS software.
• Compile, extract, and organize geographic data from a variety of sources.
• Produce time-sensitive GIS reports and maps for clients, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Perform database design and GIS analysis to generate summary statistics for telecom design.
• Convert GIS databases between multiple formats, including shapefiles, geodatabases, Excel, KMZ/KML.
• Continuously improve operations, streamline work processes, and adapt to changing priorities.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in a GIS-related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in ESRI GIS software: ArcPro, Collector, ArcOnline, ArcGIS Desktop 10.x, ArcSDE, ArcGIS Server.
• Field data collection experience (telecom or utility work preferred).
• Knowledge of Outside Plant Telecom and/or utility-related construction practices preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a can‑do attitude.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet customer specifications.
• Travel required: This role involves regular travel to job sites.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a substance abuse screening test.

Work Schedule:

• Standard schedule: Monday-Friday (8-hour shifts), with occasional variations based on project needs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience, education, and credentials.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - PEC gifts company stock to employees at no cost to you, building additional retirement value as the company grows.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (25% match on the first 6% of contributions).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing from day one.
• 8 paid holidays per year.
• Career growth in an employee-owned company that values professional development.
• A team-oriented culture where your contributions truly make a difference!

PEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer