GIS Technician Electric Utility

Crossfire Consulting Corporation; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Crossfire Consulting Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented GIS Technician to support electric utility operations in Secaucus, NJ. You will maintain GIS records, analyze asset data, and support transmission and distribution projects.

This on-site role requires 1–2 years GIS experience, knowledge of GIS apps, and the ability to travel between client locations. CAD familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD is a plus, and a NJ driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years GIS experience through work, internships, or coursework.
• Knowledge of GIS applications, spatial data, and connectivity.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Windows.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license and ability to travel between Client locations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the GIS connected model using work orders, drawings, and field reports.
• Analyze GIS data and generate maps, reports, charts.
• Maintain service point connectivity, transformer relationships, and asset records.
• Identify mapping discrepancies and resolve connectivity issues.
• Support relocations, load rearrangements, and new service projects.
• Produce GIS prints, distribution maps, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with supervisors and field personnel in a union environment.
• Perform occasional field investigations and CAD work.

Skills

GIS experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

GIS Technician - Electric Utility

Job Title: GIS Technician
Contract Length: 2 years
Pay: $30/hr w2, no benefits
Location: Secaucus, NJ
Work Setup: On-site (approximately 5-10% fieldwork)

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented GIS Technician to support Client's electric utility operations. The GIS Technician will maintain accurate Geographic Information System (GIS) records, analyze utility asset data, and support electric transmission and distribution projects.

GIS Technician Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the electric utility GIS connected model using work orders, as-built drawings, and field reports.

• Analyze GIS data and generate custom maps, reports, charts, and tabulations.

• Maintain service point connectivity, transformer relationships, and utility asset records.

• Identify and resolve mapping discrepancies, connectivity issues, and conflicting asset data.

• Support facility relocations, load rearrangements, and new electric service projects.

• Produce GIS prints, distribution maps, and technical documentation.

• Coordinate with supervisors and field personnel in a union environment.

• Perform occasional field investigations and computer-aided drafting.

GIS Technician Qualifications

Required:

• 1-2 years of GIS experience through employment, internships, or academic coursework.

• Working knowledge of GIS applications, spatial data, and connectivity relationships.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows applications.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Valid New Jersey driver's license and ability to travel between Client locations.

Preferred:

• Experience with electric utility transmission and distribution systems.

• Familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD.

• Knowledge of utility asset management, work orders, and as-built documentation.

Additional Information

Recent college graduates with relevant GIS coursework or internships are encouraged to apply. Prior utility industry experience is not required. GIS Technician candidates from other industries are welcome.