GIS Field Technician 2

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Richmond (VA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus program

Educational scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

Employee discount on services

Descripción de la vacante

Davey Resource Group, Inc. in Richmond, VA seeks a GIS Field Technician 2 to plan, inspect, and capture data for utility infrastructure. This experienced role supports utility clients with asset management tasks and requires independent field work in varied terrains.

The position involves 75–100% travel, on-site work, and adherence to safety and data integrity standards. Benefits include comprehensive plans and company training.

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of relevant utility industry experience.
• Electric hazard/equipment identification capability.
• Willingness to learn mapping collection software applications.
• Read and comprehend instructions, communicate clearly one-to-one and in groups.
• Perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR; pass Davey Driver’s Safety Course.

Responsabilidades

• Independently plan and execute daily work to meet quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Operate as a lone worker when required, with independence.
• Collaborate with a partner when required to schedule hours and locations.
• Fulfill weekly production targets for client expectations and timelines.
• Perform field audits of utility infrastructure by inspecting and recording information.
• Operate field technology (hand-held devices, GPS, cameras).
• Accurately record field observations and data in GIS databases.
• Communicate with property owners for access and work arrangements.
• Travel (75%-100%) for on-site duties.

Conocimientos

Utility industry experience

Data entry

Basic office applications

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

GPS units

Hand-held computers

Descripción del empleo

Company:Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations:Richmond, VA
Additional Locations:Crewe, VA
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:231086

Position Overview

The GIS Field Technician 2 is responsible for planning, designing, verifying locations, inspecting, or otherwise capturing information related to utility infrastructure. This is an experienced level position and individuals are expected to have prior industry experience and competence to work with minimal training and supervision on routine work assignments. Work assignments involve applying routine procedures to solve common challenges. This role provides our utility clients with the services and solutions needed to manage their assets efficiently and effectively by performing the duties described. This position is an individual contributor role working in a field environment.

Compensation Data

Starting Rate: $23-$26*

Overtime: Time and a half after 40hrs/wk, average work week 45 hours minimum

Hotel: Covered

Housing Stipend: $50/daily if not staying in hotel and traveling out of state

Per Diem: $35/daily if enrolled in lodging & working 6+ hours

* Commensurate with Utility and/or GIS experience.

Job Duties

• Independently plan and execute daily work to meet quality, time, and budget constraints. *
• Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency. *
• Operate as one of a pair of technicians when required, demonstrating ability to collaborate work scheduling, hours, and work locations. *
• Fulfill weekly production targets to meet client expectations and timelines.
• Perform field audits of existing utility infrastructure by visually identifying, inspecting, and recording information. *
• Operate hand-held computers, GPS units, cameras and/or other field technology. *
• Accurately record field observations. *
• Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work. *
• Drive, operate, and maintain a company vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs). *
• Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains and in all types of weather using a GPS, map, compass, or other methods. *
• Recognize unacceptable safety risk conditions and hazards related to the work environment, federal standards, and client specifications. *
• Review and/or correct data integrity errors within the GIS Database. *
• Comply with all safety regulations and meet safety requirements in order to complete work safely. *
• Perform light maintenance on utility infrastructure utilizing hand tools.
• Use a fiberglass measuring stick to accurately measure heights on utility poles.
• Collaborate with others (Project Managers, Supervisors, Coordinators, Technicians, and Administrators).
• Ensure the proper care and maintenance of any vehicle and equipment assigned including regular inspections, maintenance checks, and prompt reporting of any issues to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• React safely and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Report and respond timely and accurately to the supervisor. *
• Participate in employee and professional training events as assigned.
• Travel (75%-100%) for on-site job duties. *
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules.

Qualifications

• Required: A high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Six months of relevant utility industry experience.
• Required: Electric hazard identification, electric equipment identification, or communication equipment identification capability.
• Required: Demonstrated proficiency in basic office applications and data entry. Must be willing to learn mapping collection software applications.
• Required: Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Effectively and clearly communicate and present information one-on-one and in a group.
• Required: Perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Required: Apply understanding to carry out detailed instructions. Identify, address, and resolve problems involving multiple variables and varied situations.
• Required: Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Required: Valid driver’s license along with a clean Motor Vehicle Report. Must attend and pass the Davey Driver’s Safety Course.
• Preferred: Twelve months of relevant utility industry experience.
• Preferred: Prior experience working outdoors.

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]:We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc.(DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners.The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%