GIS Technician I

ESE Partners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Ramsey EveryDollar Premium

401 K with employee match up to 4% of

120 Hours Personal Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

ESE Partners in Austin, Texas seeks a detail-oriented GIS Technician to support environmental projects. You will analyze spatial data, create detailed maps, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of geospatial information while communicating findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The role uses ArcGIS, MS SQL Server, Python is a plus, and involves assisting with Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, data management, and producing site maps and exhibits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Analysis, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or MapInfo.
• Experience with spatial data management and analysis.
• Knowledge of cartographic principles and map design.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate as GIS support staff with respect to Environmental Due Diligence, Corrective Action, Compliance, Natural and Cultural Resources and Building Sciences.
• Assist in completing multiple project tasks with varying scopes of work.
• Assist with Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments through GIS and research support.
• Conduct research on environmental topics.
• Deliver reports to clients via ESE’s electronic delivery system.
• Set up due diligence project files.
• Order regulatory data and historical aerial photographs.
• Data entry using ArcGIS, MS SQL Server, Trello, Excel and Corel.

Skills

ArcGIS

QGIS

MapInfo

Python

MS SQL Server

Data entry

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems

Tools

Trello

Microsoft Excel

Core

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled GIS Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geographic information systems and spatial data analysis. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting our projects by analyzing spatial data, creating detailed maps, and providing technical expertise to enhance our decision-making processes. You will work collaboratively with our team to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our geospatial data, while effectively communicating your findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate as one of the firm’s GIS support staff with respect to the disciplines related to Environmental Due Diligence, Corrective Action, Compliance, Natural and Cultural Resources and Building Sciences.


• Assist in the completion of numerous project tasks simultaneously with potentially widely varying scopes of work.


• Assist technical staff with the preparation of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments through GIS and project research support.


• Conduct research on a variety of environmental related topics.


• Deliver reports to clients through ESE’s electronic delivery system.


• Set-up due diligence project files.


• Order support materials such as regulatory data and historical aerial photographs.


• Data entry using ArcGIS, MS SQL Server, Trello, Microsoft Excel and Core


• Develop Project Data Controls and In-house Databases.


• Manage Internal Project Development Budgets


• Evaluate and Recommend New Data Management Technologies


• Manage subcontractor invoices.


• Develop Site Maps and other pertinent exhibits using Arc GIS and Strater


• Develop and maintain professional relationships with vendors.


• Word Processing and Document Preparation using applications such as Microsoft Word, Project and Adobe Acrobat.


• Experience with Python is preferred, but not required


• Collaborate with other team members and departments to support project


• Perform other project duties, as

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Analysis, Environmental Science, or a related


• Experience or familiarity with GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or MapInfo.


• Experience with spatial data management and analysis.


• Knowledge of cartographic principles and map design.


• Effective communication and interpersonal


• Ability to work independently and as part of a

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with remote sensing, GPS technology, and spatial analysis techniques.


• Experience with scripting languages like Python for GIS automation.

We are committed to responsibly moving our client’s business forward through environmental problem solving, creating wealth for stakeholders and improving our community’s quality of life.

Competitive Salary

Bonuses:

Paid Quarterly - based on personal and company performance

Benefits:

• Health Insurance


• Dental and Vision Insurance Long Term Disability


• Life Insurance


• Subscription to Ramsey EveryDollar Premium


• 401 K with employee match up to 4% of gross


• 120 Hours Personal Time Off


• 8 Paid Holidays