GIS Technician – Utilities & Asset Data

lincolncountync.gov; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln County Public Utilities seeks a GIS Technician to support GIS operations and asset management. The role emphasizes data editing, verification, and digitizing records into GIS formats for water, sewer, and infrastructure systems.

Responsibilities include data entry, database maintenance, and producing maps and reports for internal staff and external agencies. Occasional field work and basic GIS support are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and basic training in GIS, geography, surveying, or engineering technology.
• Experience or apprenticeship/internship in related roles or similar position for 1–2 years.
• Valid driver's license for NC in the vehicle type operated.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining GIS data through editing, updating, and verifying asset information.
• Performs data entry and quality control for GIS and asset management systems.
• Assists with digitizing plans and records into digital GIS formats.
• Maintains electronic and physical records related to utility infrastructure.
• Supports field verification of utility assets, including data collection.
• Assists with data for regulatory requirements including Lead Service Line Inventory.
• Provides basic GIS support to staff and mobile data collection tools.
• Prepares maps, reports, and data for staff, contractors, and agencies.
• Updates databases related to water, sewer, and utility systems.
• Assists with GIS web applications and dashboards.
• Responds to information requests from staff, departments, and the public.
• Organizes project documentation and files.
• Performs related duties

Skills

GIS concepts

Data entry & record keeping

Oral and written communication

Prioritizing and organizing work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS devices

Scanners

Office equipment

Job description

Lincoln County Public Utilities seeks a GIS Technician to support GIS operations and asset management. The role emphasizes data editing, verification, and digitizing records into GIS formats for water, sewer, and infrastructure systems.

Responsibilities include data entry, database maintenance, and producing maps and reports for internal staff and external agencies. Occasional field work and basic GIS support are required.