Remote GIS Technician for Electric Utility Projects

Leidos; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a GIS Tech to support electric distribution projects in the Raleigh area from a remote setup with occasional field visits. The role involves updating GIS data from as-builts and logs, and collaborating within an Agile team environment.

The position requires GIS coursework or related degree with certification plans, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel 10–20%. It starts via a temp agency for 6 months with potential conversion to a direct Leidos employee.

Qualifications

• Requires 30 credit hours in GIS-related program or a B.S. in GIS with certification enrollment, or HS diploma + 2 years GIS experience.
• Knowledge of Client Standards preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Willingness to perform field and office work with 10–20% travel.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Interface with local clients and support electric distribution projects.
• Reference as-builts, work logs and other docs to update GIS data.
• Identify data inconsistencies and coordinate data updates with stakeholders.
• Obtain and manipulate GIS data at state and municipal levels.
• Work in an Agile team environment focused on high-quality outputs.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Verbal & written communications

Team collaboration

Education

GIS-related coursework 30 credits

B.S. in GIS or related field + certification enrollment

High school diploma + 2 years GIS experience

Tools

Small World

Esri Suite (ArcMap/ArcGIS)

QGIS

MicroStation/AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Leidos is seeking a GIS Tech to support electric distribution projects in the Raleigh area from a remote setup with occasional field visits. The role involves updating GIS data from as-builts and logs, and collaborating within an Agile team environment.

The position requires GIS coursework or related degree with certification plans, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel 10–20%. It starts via a temp agency for 6 months with potential conversion to a direct Leidos employee.