GIS (Spatial Technology) Technician II

baxterwoodman; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

EAP

401k with guidance

ESOP

PTO & holidays

Parental leave & flexible schedule

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman’s Orlando/West Palm Beach, FL office is recruiting a GIS Technician II to support municipal clients with GIS data, mapping, and analysis.

You will work under the GIS Department Manager, performing office-based tasks and fieldwork, developing maps and dashboards, and assisting with ArcGIS Online deployment and Python scripts. Travel within east‑coast Florida is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, CS, Remote Sensing or related field.
• 3+ years of municipal government, utilities, or public works experience.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Knowledge of map design and end-user layouts.
• Willingness to travel within east-coast Florida region.

Responsibilities

• Report to the GIS Department Manager for tasks and scheduling.
• Perform office-based mapping, data manipulation, analysis and problem solving.
• Create and manage ArcGIS Online Organization accounts and content.
• Provide onsite work for municipal clients and field-based projects.
• Develop and maintain maps, dashboards, and web/mobile apps.
• Support proposals, client presentations and GIS demonstrations.
• Contribute to ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, Python, Arcade projects.
• Attend local GIS/engineering conferences to stay updated.
• Perform GPS data collection and field inspections.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Public works familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Remote Sensing or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Cityworks

Cartegraph

Lucity

Job description

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

Your future position: GIS (Spatial Technology) Technician II

Location: Orlando or West Palm Beach, FL

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman’s Spatial Technology Group has a rewarding opportunity for a GIS Technician II in our Orlando or West Palm Beach, Florida 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 a 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.
• Create and manage ArcGIS Online Organization accounts and related content.
• Perform troubleshooting tasks.
• Manage geodata standards, clean up, and maintenance.
• Provide onsite work for municipal clients and field-based projects as needed serving as the primary GIS resource for municipal clients, ensuring their GIS systems are reliable, accurate, and aligned with operational needs.
• Develop and maintain custom maps, dashboards, and web/mobile applications to support public works, utilities, and community services.
• Support proposal preparation, client presentations and training, and demonstrations of GIS capabilities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative solutions involving ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and custom applications (AppStudio, Python, Arcade, etc.).
• Attend local GIS / Municipal Engineering-based conferences to stay in touch with the latest industry trends, build relationships with peers, and present ideas and projects.
• Provide field-based services including but not limited to GPS data collection of new assets/as- builts, condition assessments of utilities, pavement, signage, ADA, as-builts etc.

Education/Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Remote Sensing or related field required

Must-haves, what you will bring

• 3+ years related professional experience in the field of municipal government, utilities, or public works is a must.
• Professional experience with current ArcGIS Pro releases and ArcGIS Online.
• Working knowledge of map design and end-user focused layout.
• Working knowledge of Public Works and municipal engineering services.
• +-75% workload will be office-based GIS and Spatial Technology related tasks.
• +-25% workload may be field-based, performing GPS services, data collection, inspections, condition assessments in a wide-variety of project types and environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to demonstrate efficient problem-solving techniques.
• Possess an eagerness to learn new skills as well as hone existing strengths, take initiative and be a proactive team member, as well as at times be a sufficient self-starter on tasks.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s east-coast Florida region (own transportation).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with asset management systems (Cityworks, Cartegraph, Lucity, etc.) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ArcGIS Enterprise administration or implementation is a plus.
• Experience with GIS-related scripting/coding (Python, Arcade, etc.) is a plus.

Compensation -

The pay range for this role is $65,000-$85,000. 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.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits -

At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our 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, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 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 - Vet/Disability employer