GIS Technician I

Paycom; Parker (CO); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Parker Water & Sanitation District is seeking a GIS Technician for its Parker, CO HQ. This in-office role performs foundational GIS data maintenance, mapping, and field verification under supervision.

Qualifications include zero to two years GIS experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field; a valid driver’s license is required. Benefits and standard District workflows apply in a full-time 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• Zero to two years GIS experience, including internships or academic projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to the District.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry, editing, digitizing and basic map production.
• Follow workflows, naming conventions and quality controls.
• Research source records and verify asset information using GPS and mobile GIS.
• Escalate incomplete or inconsistent information to staff; communicate progress.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

Mobile GIS

Geodatabases

Spatial analysis

Data quality practices

GPS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/Geography/CS/Engineering/Data Analytics

Tools

GPS

Job description

# GIS Technician IPWSD HQ - Parker, CO 80134Start Date 09/25/2026End Date 09/28/2026## OverviewSalary Range$37.34 - $43.93 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation Level4 Year Degree## Description\\*This is an in-office position.**General Statement of Duties**This entry-level position, under direct supervision, performs foundational GIS data maintenance, digitizing, mapping, records research, and field verification to support the accuracy and integrity of District spatial data. **Supervision Received**Works under the direct supervision of the GIS Manager and under the general direction of the Director of Technology. **Primary Duties and Responsibilities*** Perform accurate data entry, editing, digitizing, and basic map production.* Follow established workflows, naming conventions, documentation standards, and quality controls.* Research source records and collect or verify asset information using GPS and mobile GIS equipment.* Identify incomplete or inconsistent information and escalate issues to appropriate staff.* Communicate verbally and in writing technical progress, procedures, task status, and findings to department staff and internal stakeholders.* Process and document routine change requests for District mapping products, ensuring updates are completed accurately, consistently, and in accordance with established GIS standards and quality-control procedures.* Support GIS projects, communicate status, attend required training, and perform other duties as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities*** Knowledge of GIS principles, coordinate systems, geodatabases, topology, cartography, spatial analysis, and data-quality practices appropriate to the level.* Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and working knowledge of ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, mobile GIS, and related applications.* Ability to interpret maps, plans, specifications, as-built drawings, legal descriptions, and technical documentation.* Ability to organize work, communicate effectively, follow safety requirements, and meet deadlines.**Qualifications/Experience*** Zero to two years of GIS experience, including internships or academic projects.* Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.* Must possess a valid driver’s license and a Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to the District’s insurance company.**Working Conditions/Physical Activities*** Monday through Friday, 40-hour workweek. Work hours may be adjusted for field work, maintenance windows, emergency response, or other District needs.* Work is performed in office settings, on construction sites, and at water and wastewater facilities where noise, dust, bacteria, chemicals, airborne materials, fumes, raw wastewater, traffic, and moving equipment may be present.* Work may take place outside in all weather conditions and around water, wastewater, chemicals, electricity, construction activity, and other hazards.* Requires a full range of body movements and light physical effort, including handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.* Must be able to operate vehicles and equipment, interpret information, and communicate effectively with employees, contractors, and the public.## Benefits OverviewParker Water & Sanitation offers a robust benefits program for full-time employees including: * Low-cost health premiums* 100% District paid dental and vision insurance* District HSA contribution for those on our HDHP insurance* Social Security Replacement program – 401(a)* 457 (b) retirement plan with District match up to 5%, fully vested right away* 100% District paid Short- and Long-Term Disability* 100% District paid Life and Disability Insurance (2x annual salary)* Four weeks paid Parental Leave* Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year* Employee Wellness program* Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employerFor a more in-depth overview of the many benefits PWSD offers please visit www.pwsd.org/careers and click on the Total Rewards Program link.