GIS Technician

Integrity Project Services Corporation; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atwell & Gent is seeking a GIS Technician in Starkville, MS to keep utility GIS data accurate by converting field data, as-builts, and work orders into reliable maps and asset records used by engineers and field teams.

The role emphasizes clean data, attention to detail, and collaboration with GIS teams, engineers, and clients. Onsite work is required, with a focus on data quality and system modeling using Milsoft Windmil.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Esri ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcMap, including geodatabase editing.
• Experience processing GPS or field collected data.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work onsite in Starkville, MS.

Responsibilities

• Edit, maintain, and QC GIS data for electric distribution and transmission assets.
• Post as builts, staking sheets, and work orders accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain connectivity and network topology to support outage management and engineering analysis.
• Learn and use Milsoft Windmil to maintain distribution system models alongside GIS records.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro/ArcMap

GPS data processing

Education

GIS/geography degree or related field

Tools

Milsoft Windmil

Esri ArcGIS

AutoCAD

ArcFM

Smallworld

Job description

GIS Technician

Integrity PSC Starkville, Mississippi, United States

About this position

About Integrity PSC

At Integrity PSC, we do more than support utilities. We help keep the lights on. Our team partners with electric utilities across the country to strengthen the infrastructure that powers communities, businesses, and everyday life.

We bring together experienced field professionals, technical expertise, and a commitment to doing things the right way, safely, reliably, and with integrity. Whether working in substations, on transmission lines, or supporting critical operations, our people are trusted to step in, solve problems, and deliver results where it matters most.

This is work that directly impacts the reliability of the grid and the communities that depend on it. At Integrity PSC, you are part of a team that takes pride in doing essential work and doing it well.

Title

GIS Technician

Company

Atwell & Gent

Location

Starkville, MS (onsite)

Reports to

GIS Lead / Project Manager

Type

Full time, Hourly, Nonexempt

Pay range

$30 to $35 per hour

POSITION OVERVIEW

The GIS Technician keeps utility GIS data accurate and current, turning field data, as builts, and work orders into reliable maps and asset records that engineers, designers, and operations teams depend on every day. This role is ideal for an experienced technician who knows electric utility data, takes pride in clean records, and catches the errors others miss. You will also learn and use Milsoft Windmil to support distribution engineering and system modeling.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Data editing and maintenance

• Edit, maintain, and QC GIS data for electric distribution and transmission assets
• Post as builts, staking sheets, and work orders accurately and on schedule
• Maintain connectivity and network topology to support outage management and engineering analysis
• Learn and use Milsoft Windmil to maintain distribution system models alongside GIS records

Field data integration

• Process and integrate field collected GPS and inspection data into the GIS
• Resolve discrepancies between field conditions and GIS records

Mapping and deliverables

• Produce maps, map books, and exhibits for engineering, construction, and clients
• Support data conversion and migration projects, including attribute cleanup and schema alignment

Quality review and collaboration

• Run data quality checks, resolve errors, and document edits
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, field crews, and client GIS teams

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Strong proficiency in Esri ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcMap, including geodatabase editing
• Experience processing GPS or field collected data
• Associate or bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Ability to work onsite in Starkville, MS

Preferred

• 3+ years of hands‑on GIS technician experience with data editing, maintenance, and QC
• Electric utility GIS experience (distribution, transmission, or both)
• Experience with Esri Utility Network, Milsoft Windmil, ArcFM, or Smallworld
• Familiarity with outage management, work management, or staking systems
• Exposure to AutoCAD or converting CAD data into GIS
• Experience with Field Maps, Survey123, or similar tools

Key traits

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Persistent in finding root causes of data issues
• Clear communicator across technical and field teams
• Organized and reliable with deadlines

The pay range for this role is:
30 - 35 USD per hour(Starkville, MS)