GIS Technician I

H2O America; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose Water Company in San Jose, CA is seeking a GIS Technician I to perform entry-level GIS/GPS tasks under supervision. You will interpret as-builts, create GIS maps, and troubleshoot GIS hardware and software to support our water system.

This role requires a degree in a related field and strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement in a large utility with a focus on data accuracy, attention to detail, and collaboration with other teams.

Qualifications

• A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, Physical Science, Geography, Urban Planning, or a closely related field.
• Experience with geographic information system software.
• Ability to think logically and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to solve problems in a logical manner.
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to learn and use specialized computer system application software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Interprets recorded plans (as-builts) to enter graphic and attribute data into the GIS.
• Creates maps and other GIS-related products.
• Corrects errors with GIS data.
• Operates and maintains various types of GIS hardware including plotters and workstations.
• Troubleshoots and resolves different software and hardware issues.

Skills

GIS software

Logical thinking

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Learn specialized software

Read construction plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/ MIS/ Geography/ Urban Planning

Tools

GIS hardware

GPS software/hardware

Job description

Hourly Wage

Founded in 1866, San Jose Water Company is an investor owned water company headquartered in Silicon Valley. With a service area of 140 square miles, it is one of the largest and most technically sophisticated urban water system in the United States. We serve over 1 million people with high quality, life sustaining water, with an emphasis on exceptional customer service.

Job Title

GIS Technician I

Requisition ID

req1177

Type of Employment

Regular Full-Time Employee

Job Openings

1

Compensation Range

0.00 - 0.00

Compensation Type

Hourly Wage

Founded in 1866, San Jose Water Company is an investor owned water company headquartered in Silicon Valley. With a service area of 140 square miles, it is one of the largest and most technically sophisticated urban water system in the United States. We serve over 1 million people with high quality, life sustaining water, with an emphasis on exceptional customer service.

We are actively seeking talented, driven and highly-productive applicants for the position of GIS Technician I to join our dynamic team. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment along with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Position

Under immediate supervision, performs work of routine difficulty at the entry level in the utilization of geographic information system (GIS) software and global positioning system (GPS) software and hardware. Performs related work as required. No supervision over others required.

Typical Tasks

• Interprets recorded plans (as-builts) to enter graphic and attribute data into the GIS.
• Creates maps and other GIS-related products.
• Corrects errors with GIS data.
• Operates and maintains various types of GIS hardware including plotters and workstations.
• Troubleshoots and resolves different software and hardware issues.

Education/Experience

A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, Physical Science, Geography, Urban Planning, or a closely related field.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Experience with geographic information system software.
• Ability to think logically and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to solve problems in a logical manner.
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to learn and use specialized computer system application software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Job available in these location(s):

San Jose, CA, United States

Compensation

$46.158-$54.092
(Hybrid role with 3 days required in office)

EEO Statement

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.