GIS Technician

City of Clemson, South Carolina; Tiger (AZ); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PEBA Retirement

Annual/Sick Leave

12 Holidays per year

Free Medical Care for family under 26

401K/457 Plans

Health/Dental/Vision Plans

Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

Résumé du poste

The City of Clemson seeks a GIS Technician to maintain water, sewer, and stormwater GIS datasets and support municipal assets mapping. You will collect field data with GNSS devices, verify information in the GIS, and assist with deploying field mapping applications citywide.

The role requires basic GIS proficiency, problem solving, and the ability to train field staff on GIS tools and data quality processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of technical experience in GIS, CAD, surveying, or related field.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license or ability to obtain one.

Responsabilités

• Maintains GIS data for municipal assets with focus on water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Provides GIS support to City Departments as needed.
• Conducts field data collection and verification using mobile devices or GNSS equipment.
• Assists in deploying field mapping applications and GPS/GNSS technology, providing training and support.
• Creates and maintains departmental GIS datasets, utilizing standard tools for design and updates.
• Publishes GIS datasets and develops automated workflows for accuracy.

Connaissances

Field data collection

GIS data editing

Data quality assurance

Technical guidance

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Six months GIS/CAD/surveying experience

Outils

GNSS equipment

Mobile GIS

AutoCAD

Esri GIS tools

Description du poste

Summary

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for assisting staff and management in the development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS projects and datasets. The role emphasizes field data collection and verification using mobile GIS and GNSS equipment to ensure accurate mapping of municipal assets. Responsibilities include editing and creating GIS data, conducting fieldwork, and providing guidance on data quality assurance, with a primary focus on supporting general GIS functions for the entire municipality.

Benefits

• PEBA Retirement
• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Access to FREE acute medical care for employee's, their spouse and children under the age of 26.
• 401K and 457 Retirement Plan Options
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Life Insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Plan/Health Savings Account

Examples of duties

• Maintains database components of the City’s GIS, with a primary focus on water, sewer, and stormwater utility infrastructure, along with additional municipal assets such as sidewalks, streets, buildings, and planning data.
• Provides GIS support, as needed, to all City Departments.
• Conducts field data collection and verification using mobile devices or GNSS equipment, ensuring collected information is accurately integrated into the City’s GIS.
• Assists in deploying field mapping applications and GPS/GNSS technology, providing training and technical support for field personnel.
• Provides assistance and expertise in the design, update, and maintenance of departmental GIS datasets, utilizing industry-standard tools for database design, presentation, and schema updates.
• Publishes and distributes GIS datasets as needed by City staff. Develops automated processes to facilitate smooth workflows and data accuracy.
• Compiles historical data from plat files, engineering contract files, design drawings, meter account files, and governmental sources for utility mapping updates.
• Creates and maintains digital and interactive maps for use by City employees
• Converts AutoCAD drawings, field collected data, and data from outside organizations into appropriate formats.
• Works with the Information Technology Department to ensure data security, accessibility, and backup procedures.
• Facilitates data sharing, transfer, and integration within the guidelines established by the City’sInformation Technology Department.
• Communicates GIS-related needs, initiatives, and issues to the GIS Administrator as needed.
• Stays current on GIS advancements and field data collection technologies by attending workshops, seminars, and training courses.
• Proficiency in or ability to learn scripting languages such as Python, Arcade, SQL, and JSON for automation, data analysis, and GIS application development.

• Performs field and office work as required, sometimes in varying weather conditions and rugged terrain.
• Assists in receiving, reviewing, preparing, and submitting various records and reports.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals, including supervisors, coworkers, engineers, contractors, property owners, and the general public.
• Scans and updates digital plans, documents, and GIS files.
• May be required to fill in for other positions within the department.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements A high school diploma or GED is required. Six months of technical experience in GIS, CAD, surveying, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses or Certifications Must have a valid South Carolina driver’s license or be able to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications GISP (Certified GIS Professional) FAA Part 107 (Drone Pilot License) PLS (Professional Land Surveyor) Esri Technical Certifications / coursework

Supplemental information

The City of Clemson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.