Water Distribution GIS Technician – Mapping & Projects

City of Kirkwood; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kirkwood is seeking a Water Distribution Mapping Technician to update and correct distribution system maps. The role involves GPS plotting, sketching mains on maps, and coordinating with developers and contractors on replacements and inspections.

You will work under the Water Superintendent with duties across planning, data gathering, and field verification to ensure accurate municipal water distribution drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in an engineering related field is required.
• 1–3 years' experience in the water distribution utility industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plot distribution system points using GPS and submit data to GIS.
• Sketch water mains and service lines on maps and update GIS.
• Review updated maps for accuracy and suggest corrections to GIS.
• Assist in initiating water main replacement projects by gathering data from maps and plats.
• Review water main replacement plans and suggest changes.
• Inspect during construction phases and plot relevant features.
• Collaborate with developers, contractors, engineers and property owners on design and inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading plans

Reading maps

Confidentiality

Self-motivated

Education

Associate Degree in an engineering related field

Tools

GPS equipment

Word

Excel

Access

GroupWise

2 way radio

Job description

City of Kirkwood is seeking a Water Distribution Mapping Technician to update and correct distribution system maps. The role involves GPS plotting, sketching mains on maps, and coordinating with developers and contractors on replacements and inspections.

You will work under the Water Superintendent with duties across planning, data gathering, and field verification to ensure accurate municipal water distribution drawings.