GIS TECHNICIAN

Knife River Corporation; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Knife River Corporation seeks a seasonal GIS Technician in North Dakota to support data collection, surveys, and inventory calculations on project sites. The role involves on-site work, drone-based stockpile surveys, and GIS tooling to measure volumes and ensure quality control.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with potential Saturday work and weather-driven schedule changes. Candidates should be able to travel to various ND project locations and maintain all required safety

Qualifications

• General education, problem solving, grammar, and arithmetic consistent with a GED or high school diploma; or equivalent transferable skills.
• Ability to learn survey methods and procedures to obtain proper certifications.
• Ability to learn new software and programs.
• Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Collect, examine, and evaluate data to determine quality against specifications.
• Conduct stockpile surveys using Trimble and drone technology.
• Measure stockpile volumes using GIS and create inventory calculations.
• Safely perform laboratory tests on materials (Aggregate, concrete, asphalt).
• Meet with field personnel and customers to investigate quality issues and troubleshoot resolutions.
• Travel to project and work site locations as needed.
• Ensure DOT, MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR safety and environmental compliance.
• Commit to safe work practices and report unsafe actions and conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trimble

GIS software

Drone technology

Job description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round. This position is responsible for the safe, accurate operation, collection, and reporting of Geographic Information System data. Conducts inventory surveys utilizing drone technology and measures stockpile volumes using various GIS tools. This position will require going on site to projects located throughout North Dakota. Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with two Saturdays worked per month. The schedule may vary due to weather and customer demand.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collect, examine and evaluate data - determine quality in relation to specifications with finished and in-process inspections.
2. Conduct surveys of stockpiles for inventory using Trimble and drone technology.
3. Measure stockpile volumes using GIS technology and create detailed inventory calculations.
4. Safely and properly perform laboratory tests on a variety of materials (Aggregate, concrete and/or Asphalt).
5. Meet with field personnel and customers to investigate quality issues and troubleshoot resolutions.
6. Obtain/maintain all required DOT and FAA certifications.
7. Travel as needed to project and work site locations.
8. Ensure DOT, MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
9. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2. Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
3. Able to work independently.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. General education, problem solving skills, grammar, and arithmetic consistent with a GED or high school diploma; or equivalent transferable skills.
2. Ability to learn survey methods and procedures to obtain proper certifications.
3. Ability to learn new software and programs.
4. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
5. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

1. Part 107 Certification
2. Previous experience with Trimble and Veta
3. 1-2 Years GIS Experience

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.