Geographic Information System Specialist

An electric utility client is looking for a GIS Specialist who will perform Desktop Geospatial analysis to locate Missing Pole Assets and Pole Identification and validate Pole Asset location using tools such as, ArcGIS Online, Map3D, Google Earth, and Lidar.

Location: Santa Ana, CA, 92705 (Onsite)

Position: GIS Specialist

Pay Rate: $38.60/hr. on W2

Duration: 10 months or longer

Schedule: 1st shift, M-F, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform Desktop Geospatial analysis to locate Missing Pole Assets and Pole Identification.
• Validate Pole Asset location using tools such as, ArcGIS Online, Map3D, Google Earth, and Lidar
• Identify missing records in the company's Records Management Systems (SAP, cGIS, Circuit Mapping)
• Review field captured photographic evidence and document when key information is found
• Consolidation of research and field evidence and prepare documentation necessary to perform System of Record corrections
• Review work order documentation for specific key information and document when that information is found
• Research & make recommendations on how to correct asset records that have conflicting details between field conditions and our digital records.
• Utilize multiple inputs of information to piece together logical conclusions and make recommendations for remediation
• Utilizing technical writing to document and convince other stakeholders of the logical conclusions
• Training other employees how to complete the research required, building relationships and providing constructive feedback to peers
• Document data remediation processes and apply continuous improvement ideas to implement process improvements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five or more years of experience working with Microsoft Excel Functions (e.g. Vlookup, IF)
• Experience working on/facilitating cross-functional project teams
• Spatial capabilities including ability to read a map, decipher directions, and interpret multiple inputs of information to make logical conclusions
• Five or more years of experience identifying problem statements, root cause analysis, solution review, tracking, and reporting
• Experience performing technical writer functions, mapping out process flows/documentation and making recommendations
• Bachelor degree in Geography, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science with an emphasis in GIS

DESIRED SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES:

• Five or more years of experience working with one or more of the following applications: AutoCAD Map 3D, ArcGIS, or ArcGIS Online or ESRI
• Operational experience within the public utility industry
• Experience with Records Management Systems (e.g. SAP, ESRI, ArcGIS, SAS)
• Experience using business applications to create and edit complex reports, graphs, and presentations

About our client:

Our client is one of the largest electric utilities and a longtime leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency in the United States providing electricity for much of Southern California.

About APR:

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!