Remote GIS Technician - Utility Data & Mapping

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a GIS Technician to support electric distribution projects in the Raleigh-Durham area. The role is remote with 5-10% travel for storm support and occasional field visits.

The successful candidate will work in an Agile team, perform GIS data updates from field as-builts, and integrate CAD data with GIS systems to maintain accurate client records for nationwide utility clients.

Qualifications

• Requires GIS-related coursework or degree
• Knowledge of Client Standards preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Willingness to perform field and office work; overnight travel 10-20%
• Ability to work in outdoor environments
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Use GIS/CAD software to support electric distribution projects and data maintenance.
• Reference as-builts, work management logs, and other documentation to update GIS data.
• Identify data inconsistencies and coordinate with resources to update client systems.
• Obtain and manipulate GIS data at state and municipality level.
• Work in an Agile team environment with collaboration and feedback.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fieldwork willingness

Education

30 credit hours GIS-related program

Bachelor's degree + GIS certification

High school diploma + 2 years GIS experience

Tools

Small World

Esri ArcGIS

QGIS

Bentley MicroStation

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Leidos is seeking a GIS Technician to support electric distribution projects in the Raleigh-Durham area. The role is remote with 5-10% travel for storm support and occasional field visits.

The successful candidate will work in an Agile team, perform GIS data updates from field as-builts, and integrate CAD data with GIS systems to maintain accurate client records for nationwide utility clients.