GIS Technician, Stafford

Team Fishel; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Job summary

Team Fishel is hiring a GIS Technician to support Telecommunication projects in our Stafford, VA office. The role requires producing high-quality maps from designs, identifying spatial relationships, and communicating specifications with the design and right of way teams.

The ideal candidate will have GIS knowledge, ESRI ArcGIS Pro/Online experience, and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of Python or databases is a plus; residence in the U.S. is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems and basic principles.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Strong critical and analytical thinking skills.
• Familiarity with open source data collection for geospatial data.
• Ability to read and write technical documentation.
• Knowledge of file storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete GIS tasks to client specifications.
• Research methods for data analysis and apply industry standards.
• Organize GIS data for easy access.
• Maintain accuracy across data sources and maps.
• Work within budget and schedule constraints.
• Review blueprints, plans, and customer docs in multiple formats.
• Provide technical support for coordination and projection.
• Maintain job log with status history.

Skills

GIS fundamentals

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Critical thinking

Geospatial data

Open data collection

Technical writing

Tools

PostGIS

SQL

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Since 1936, we’ve been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We’re industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other.

Description

Team Fishel , the Best Choice Employer in the utility construction business, is hiring a GIS Technician to support Telecommunication projects in our Stafford, VA office . The ideal candidate will require critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

The GIS Technician will be responsible for working closely with engineering and permitting staff to produce high quality maps from existing designs, be able to identify spatial relationships inside infrastructure, and be able to verbally communicate specifications and directions to and from the design and right of way teams. An ideal candidate will also be able to take initiative and provide new solutions to existing problems and experiment with existing systems.

Responsibilities

• Completion of all GIS tasks to all internal and external client specifications
• Conduct research and determine the best methods for analyzing data; implement those methods in accordance with industry standards
• Organize GIS data so it is easily identifiable and effortless to locate
• Ensure accuracy and quality in all data sources and mapping products
• Ensure work is conducted within the assigned constraints (i.e., budget and schedule) at the project and program levels
• Review blueprints, plans, specifications, and other customer documentation in multiple formats.
• Provide technical support for coordination/projection on information and related issues
• Maintain job log within database to include individual status and historical data

Required knowledge

• Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems and the basic principles thereof
• Knowledge of ESRI Products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online)
• Critical and Analytical thinking skills
• Familiarity with open source data collection in regards to geospatial data
• Knowledge of file storage systems
• Ability to read and write technical documentation

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Experience in Python scripting or other programming languages
• Experience with SQI, PostgreSQL, PostGIS, or other database management tools
• Experience or familiarity with AutoCAD or other design programs
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to read and understand engineering plans and maps
• Familiarity with telecommunications and other underground utilities

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,protected veteran status, or disability status.
Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran
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