GIS Technician

SSP Innovations, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SSP Innovations, LLC is looking for a GIS Technician to gain hands-on experience on customer projects in Milwaukee, WI. The technician will work with various software programs, handling data production functions including analyzing maps and other data sources.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Geography or a related field, have familiarity with ESRI software, and experience in data quality control. Strong communication skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Detail oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Compile and maintain spatial data for GIS.
• Automate tasks with GIS software.
• Perform data quality control and assurance.

Skills

GIS software familiarity

Data analysis

Data quality control

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Computer Science or related field

Tools

ESRI software

Job description

The GIS Technician will be given the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working on customer projects at SSP Innovations. The GIS Technician will be exposed to various software programs to help them better understand those programs and outside plant (OSP) concepts. This role performs several data production functions within a project including analyzing utility maps, geometry and tabular data, sketches, field photographs, imagery, and other data sources. This role is located in Milwaukee, WI.

Job Duties

• Compile, integrate, edit, and maintain spatial data from a wide variety of sources for inclusion in our Geographic Information System (GIS) and service operation maps or to a customer’s environment
• Develop scripts that will automate tasks within the GIS software
• Analyze and correlate data from various sources to be linked to features.
• Assist with investigating and resolving map problems reported.
• Perform data quality control and assurance
• Occasional involvement in project start‑ups and client interaction as needed
• Produce project specific documentation as needed
• Consistently exceed the productivity standards per project requirements
• Consistently exceed the quality standards per project requirements
• Travel, on a limited basis, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 1‑2 years experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Computer Science, a related field, and/or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with ESRI and other GIS software programs
• Knowledge of cartographic principles, standards, and terminology
• Create and/or maintain advanced data production functions (for gas, electric, or telecommunication commodities) using GIS‑related software
• Advanced skills in editing, manipulating, and analyzing data within GIS
• Have working knowledge of all project tools/specifications to complete work
• Consistently detail oriented, organized, and quality focused
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient working knowledge with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude
• Communication skills, both oral and written
• Direct utility or telecommunications experience