GIS Technician — Spatial Data, Mapping & Analysis

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is looking for a Geographic Information Systems Technician to assist in building and maintaining GIS databases, interpret aerial images, and analyze GIS data. Responsibilities include reviewing data accuracy, applying GIS for transportation solutions, and collaborating with researchers for land-use planning. Knowledge of tools like ArcGIS, SQL, and Python is essential for success. The role is pivotal in enhancing data efficiency and environmental strategies.

Responsibilities

• Interpret aerial or orthophotos.
• Review existing or incoming data for accuracy and quality.
• Rescale information from photographs onto maps.
• Confer with researchers on GIS data for land-use planning.
• Apply GIS data for transportation routing to reduce pollution.
• Analyze GIS data using maps, graphs, or tabular data.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Complex Problem Solving

Active Learning

Judgment and Decision Making

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

ArcGIS / GIS software

SQL (Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

HTML / JavaScript

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Access)

AutoCAD / Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator / Acrobat

Email and web browsers

Other data‑management tools (SAP, SAP ERP)

Job description

Course Advisor is looking for a Geographic Information Systems Technician to assist in building and maintaining GIS databases, interpret aerial images, and analyze GIS data. Responsibilities include reviewing data accuracy, applying GIS for transportation solutions, and collaborating with researchers for land-use planning. Knowledge of tools like ArcGIS, SQL, and Python is essential for success. The role is pivotal in enhancing data efficiency and environmental strategies.