Hybrid GIS Technician: Maps, Data & Analysis

APS (Arizona Public Service); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service in Phoenix seeks a GIS Technician I/II/III to maintain maps, manage geographic data, and deliver actionable spatial information that supports APS planning, operations, and service delivery.

You will work with internal teams and external partners to update databases, interpret engineering drawings, and improve data quality while mentoring peers and ensuring accuracy under deadlines.

Qualifications

• GIS experience or coursework relevant to maps and spatial data.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and blueprints for mapping updates.
• Strong analytical skills to organize and maintain complex GIS data.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain maps and geographic data for projects and operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders for accurate mapping.
• Analyze and manage geographic data to ensure reliability and currency.
• Interpret engineering drawings to update mapping systems and databases.
• Troubleshoot data quality issues and provide data-driven solutions.
• Mentor and support teammates to achieve department goals.
• Monitor GIS data integrity across connected systems (Maximo, CC&B, WebDMD).
• Assist with data conversions and provide subject-matter expertise to customers.

Skills

GIS software

Interpret engineering drawings

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography, Cartography or GIS

Associate's degree in Geography, Cartography or GIS + 2 years experience

High school diploma/GED + 4 years GIS experience

High school diploma/GED + 6 years GIS experience

Tools

ArcGIS / ArcMap

Maximo

CC&B

WebDMD

Python

ArcPro

Job description

Arizona Public Service in Phoenix seeks a GIS Technician I/II/III to maintain maps, manage geographic data, and deliver actionable spatial information that supports APS planning, operations, and service delivery.

You will work with internal teams and external partners to update databases, interpret engineering drawings, and improve data quality while mentoring peers and ensuring accuracy under deadlines.