What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Technician position at Hampton Lumber?
Company Summary
Hampton Lumber is a fourth-generation, family-owned company headquartered in Portland, Oregon that has grown to become one of the nation’s largest privately held forest products companies. With over 80 years in the sawmill business, Hampton operates sawmills in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia and markets wood products all over the world. We also manage a wholesale and lumber export division and numerous reload and re-manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. All of Hampton’s forestlands are certified by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), an independent, non-profit organization that promotes sustainable forest management. SFI certified forests play an important role in water conservation, wildlife habitat, and climate solutions.
Overview
The GIS Technician will support forestry operations by utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize spatial data. This role involves a wide range of tasks, from data entry and processing to advanced spatial analysis and map production. The technician will work closely with forestry professionals to provide essential geospatial information for decision-making, planning, and monitoring.
The position is based out of Salem, Oregon and is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits Highlights
- Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
- 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
- Paid time off, including 8 paid holidays
- Participation in employee bonus program
- Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
- Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development
Responsibilities
- Digitize and manage spatial data.
- Manage data workflows and field data collection to provide end users with accurate mapping and data information.
- Consolidate data and information from a variety of users for the development and maintenance of the GIS databases and workflows.
- Perform updates using the following software systems: ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, Dashboards.
- Assist with recurring requests for data and maps.
- Build and maintain scripts including Python and Arcade.
Qualifications
- Knowledge and or experience working with ESRI software and products.
- At least 2 years of GIS Experience.
- A.A. Degree in Geography or related field, or GIS Certificate.
- Forestry or natural resource experience preferred.
Skills and attributes:
- Motivated self-starter
- Team player
- Strong organization skills
- Creative problem solver
- Knowledgeable in Word, Excel and Outlook
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Attention to detail and produces accurate work
- Strong ethics and commitment to Hampton’s core values
More About Us
Community is important to us, and we encourage and support our employees’ desire to be active in the community through volunteering and special projects. We passionately support youth education, career and technical education, the arts, diversity and inclusion, affordable housing, and anti-poverty programs. We are also proud sponsors of the Portland Timbers and the Portland Thorns soccer clubs. Go Timbers! Go Thorns!
Learn more at hamptonlumber.com, or follow us on Facebook: @HamptonLumber. You can also learn about our company and our priorities by visiting our blog.
EEO Statement
Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.
Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location that you are applying.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement.
