GIS Technician

Description

GIS Technician primary duties are to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and/or Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) applications for manipulation of survey data to serve a variety of purposes. The GIS Technician processes, interprets, and creates survey datasets into maps and geospatial deliverables.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Works alongside team performing aerial, land, and hydrographic surveying with remote sensing technologies.
• Uses AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS to produce maps and charts.
• Creates and maintains Geospatial databases
• Process geospatial data using tools and techniques to produce data used in variety of final deliverables.
• Process LiDAR data, photogrammetry
• Convert CAD files to GIS for production of maps/analysis
• QA/QC of data to check for data accuracy and correctness
• Candidate will be expected to develop skills and advance in growing technologies.
  
  

Key Tasks

• Digitizing various forms of data.
• Drafting topographic features using AutoCAD.
• Geospatial Analysis
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Gathering Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  
  

Experience And Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Geomatics or related field; or work experience that demonstrates proficiency in GIS/Surveying.
• 2-5 years’ experience in related in surveying or GIS or similar field.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and/or other related software packages.
• Knowledge and experience with geodesy, hydrography, GIS, photogrammetry, LiDAR, and cartography.
• Experience processing and interpreting field datasets.
  
  

MPH will look favorably on candidates with any of the following certifications: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Professional (GISP) or similar. UAS (drone) certifications and/or data familiarity.