GIS Specialist

Atmos Energy Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy Corporation is hiring for a role focused on maintaining GIS and CAD system records, preparing visual aids, and assisting project development. The position requires an Associate's degree and two years of related experience.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have experience in GIS and computer drafting. This role supports diverse project activities with internal and external collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in GIS, Computer Drafting, or related field.
• Two years of related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update GIS and CAD facility records and maps.
• Prepare maps, graphics, and other visual aids for communication.
• Assist in developing GIS applications and oversee projects.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Computer drafting

Communication skills

Algebra and trigonometry

Education

Associate's degree in GIS or related field

Tools

GIS software

CAD software

Job description

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION.

Primary Duties

1. Maintains and updates system facility records, maps, sketches and working designs in a GIS and/or Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.
2. Updates existing maps and computerized drawings and databases to reflect additions, removals and other changes to land bases and company owned pipeline facilities.
3. Prepares maps, graphics, charts, and other visual aids used to facilitate communications.
4. Maintains library of maps and related databases including computerized maps obtained from various sources.
5. Establishes, organizes and maintains detailed records and files using various computer programs.
6. May assist with training, direction, and quality control of others engaged in similar activities. May oversee project activities.
7. May assist with the development of GIS applications, processes, and procedures.
8. Assists Technical Services and Operations in various projects as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's degree in GIS, Computer Drafting, or related field.
• Two years of related experience, or equivalent.

Communication Skills

Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers in order to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information on technical or other complex concepts to individuals with or without experience or knowledge of the technical area.

Numeric Skills

Requires the ability to perform algebraic, trigonometric and geometric operations and/or moderately complex statistical and/or accounting methods.

Computer Skills

Requires knowledge of various software applications including computer drafting in order to utilize advanced operations to create complex documents, reports, graphics, daily updates and maintenance of system facility maps and special mapping projects.

Work Conditions

Works in an indoor environment. May on occasion work in an outdoor environment for field site visits. Requires frequently performing activities including, but not limited to sitting, repetitive wrist movement and/or shifting gaze from data to PC screen. Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Company Overview

Atmos Energy Corporation, a natural gas‑only distributor, is an S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas. We safely deliver reliable, affordable, efficient and abundant natural gas to more than 3 million distribution customers in over 1,400 communities across eight states located primarily in the South. As part of our vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services, we are modernizing our business and infrastructure while continuing to invest in safety, innovation, environmental sustainability and our communities. Atmos Energy manages proprietary pipeline and storage assets, including one of the largest intrastate natural gas pipeline systems in Texas.