GIS Specialist

Actalent; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Richmond, VA is seeking a GIS Technician to join our on-site team. The role supports electric distribution projects, updates GIS data, and collaborates with clients across stakeholders. The position offers an Agile team environment, opportunities for growth, and field as well as office work.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree with 0–2 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Knowledge of GIS/CAD tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships count).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to perform field and office work.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook).
• Knowledge of Utility Client Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use GIS/CAD software to support electric distribution projects and data maintenance for higher complexity and priority projects.
• Reference as-builts, work management logs, and other documentation to update GIS data reflecting field construction.
• Identify data inconsistencies and coordinate updates with appropriate resources.
• Obtain and manipulate GIS data at state and municipality level.
• Participate and collaborate in meetings with teammates, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Work in an Agile team environment where collaboration and feedback are essential to meet client standards.
• Complete engineering design work and provide deliverables to client.
• Storm response work as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communications

Field and office work willingness

MS Office proficiency

Knowledge of Utility Client Standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

GIS Software

CAD Software

MS Office

Job description

Description

We are seeking a GIS Technician. Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:

• Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities
• Leadership Opportunities
• Mentorship & Training Opportunities
• Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team

The successful GIS Tech candidate will support some or all of the following activities with moderate oversight:

• Use GIS/CAD software to support electric distribution projects and data maintenance for higher complexity and priority projects.
• Reference as-builts, work management logs, & other documentation to update GIS data to reflect electric distribution construction completed in the field
• Identify data inconsistencies and communicate with the appropriate resources to provide accurate data updates to client systems
• Obtain and manipulate GIS data at state and municipality level
• Participate and collaborate in meetings between teammates, clients, and other stakeholders
• Ability to work in an Agile team environment where collaboration and receptiveness to feedback are essential to producing high quality work to meet & clients’ standards.
• Complete engineering design work and provide deliverables to Client.
• Storm response work as needed.

GIS Tech Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. (internships count towards experience)
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Willingness to perform both field and office work.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments; GIS Techs will perform field data collection
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook, etc
• Knowledge of Utility Client Standards preferred.

GIS Tech Software Experience in one or more programs is preferred:

• GIS Software such as Small World, Esri Suite (ArcMap, ArcGIS, ArcSDE, ArcIMS, ArcWeb services and ArcGIS Server), QGIS
• CAD Software such as Bentley Systems (MicroStation), Autodesk (AutoCAD, Maya, Civil 3D)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook, etc.) required

Skills

gis analysis, power, mechanical

Top Skills Details

gis analysis,power,mechanical

Additional Skills & Qualifications

GIS Tech Software Experience in one or more programs is preferred:

• GIS Software such as Small World, Esri Suite (ArcMap, ArcGIS, ArcSDE, ArcIMS, ArcWeb services and ArcGIS Server), QGIS
• CAD Software such as Bentley Systems (MicroStation), Autodesk (AutoCAD, Maya, Civil 3D)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook, etc.) required

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.