GIS (Spatial Technology) Technician I

Baxter & Woodman; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare offerings

401k plans with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Flex work options for eligible roles

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a GIS Technician I to support a broad range of municipal GIS projects from our Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, or Naperville offices in IL. The role emphasizes ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online work, data management, and field-based support for clients across Chicagoland.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in GIS/Geography/CS/RS, strong problem-solving, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Remote Sensing or related field.
• Strong experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Chicagoland.

Responsibilities

• Report to the GIS Department Manager for work responsibilities, scheduling and tasks.
• Perform office-based mapping tasks, map creation, data manipulation, analysis and problem solving in Esri's ArcGIS Pro environment.
• Manage ArcGIS Online Organization accounts and data layers for municipal clients.
• Develop and maintain ArcGIS Online applications such as Experience Builder, Survey123, Dashboards and Field Maps.
• Provide onsite work for municipal clients and field-based projects as needed.
• Provide field-based services including GPS data collection of new assets and condition assessments.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

GPS data collection

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/Geography/Computer Science/Remote Sensing

Tools

Experience Builder

Survey123

Dashboards

Field Maps

Job description

Your future position GIS Spatial Technology Technician I

Choose your location Bannockburn Chicago Crystal Lake or Naperville IL

Why you should join our team

Why Baxter & Woodman At Baxter & Woodman both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long lasting fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff

About the role

Your Impact Baxter & Woodmans Spatial Technology Group has a rewarding opportunity for a GIS Technician I in our Bannockburn Chicago Crystal Lake or Naperville IL office Successful candidates will possess strong work ethic technical problem solving skills and the ability to work within a wide variety of project types and environmental conditions The ideal candidate will also value the importance of being a team member delivering high quality work and working efficiently Those desiring to be part of a dynamic fast paced and growing team are encouraged to apply

What your day to day will look like

• Report to the GIS Department Manager for work responsibilities scheduling and tasks
• Perform office based mapping tasks map creation data manipulation analysis and technical problem solving in Esris ArcGIS Pro environment
• Manage ArcGIS Online Organization accounts and related data layers and mapping content for municipal clients
• Develop and maintain ArcGIS Online applications such as Experience Builder Survey123 Dashboards and Field Maps
• Perform troubleshooting tasks
• Manage geodata standards clean up and maintenance
• Provide onsite work for municipal clients and field based projects as needed
• Provide field based services including but not limited to GPS data collection of new assets construction as builts condition assessments of utilities pavement signage ADA etc

Education Requirement

Bachelors degree in GIS Geography Computer Science Remote Sensing or related field required

Must haves what you will bring

• Professional experience with current ArcGIS Pro releases and ArcGIS Online is required 80 workload will be office based GIS and Spatial Technology related tasks 20 workload will be out of office performing work on site with clients as their GIS consultant representative other out of office tasks may include GPS services data collection inspections condition assessments in a wide variety of project types and environments
• Working knowledge of map design and end user focused layout
• Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Possess an eagerness to learn new skills as well as hone existing strengths take initiative and be a proactive team member
• Ability to demonstrate efficient problem solving techniques
• Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis
• Valid Drivers License
• Ability to travel throughout Chicagoland area own transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical experience in ArcGIS Online application development such as Experience Builder Field Maps and Survey123 is a plus
• Practical experience in the Microsoft Office suite of applications; specifically Teams Power Automate and SharePoint a plus
• An understanding of GIS related scriptingcoding Python Arcade etc is a plus
• An understanding of how APIs integrate into GIS workflows is a plus
• An understanding of different coordinate reference systems and their appropriate application based on uselocation and datum transformationsre projections a plus
• A background in computer scienceprogramming engineering tech or surveying is plus
• Working knowledge of municipal operations public works or utility services is preferred

Compensation

The pay range for this role is 2600 2900 per hour Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set depth of experience and certifications

Benefits

• Healthcare offerings including medical dental and vision plans alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support
• Financial well being is enhanced through our financial planning program life and disability insurance tax savings plans and coverage for accidents and cancer
• Generous paid time off paid holidays parental leave and flexible work arrangements including the option to work from home andor work a flexible schedule on eligible positions
• 401k plans supported by expert financial advisors and an Employee Stock Ownership program ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving supportive community dedicated to their well being financial security and happiness

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity VetDisability employer