What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Technician position at Talkie Communications?
*Prior to being considered for this position, the applicant must be able to commute daily (on weekdays) to the office in Chestertown, Maryland.*
Qualifications (required):
1 Years in GIS Applications (QGIS/ArcGIS)
Qualifications (preferred):
1 Years in Adobe Suite (Photoshop/Acrobat), Microsoft Office and productivity suites
Benefits:
401(k); Dental Insurance; Health Insurance; Paid Time Off; Flexible Scheduling
Description:
Talkie Communications is the fastest growing Fiber Optic Internet Provider on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. In addition to our network and services growing, so is our team! The GIS Specialist position is a crucial part of our daily operations at Talkie Communications.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting preliminary design assessments for the deployment of fiber optic networks in opportunity areas.
- Performing intricate corrections and enhancements to previously designed or deployed network configurations.
- Executing field data processing and integration into GIS-formatted datasets.
- Engaging in regular, manual internal database management activities to ensure the integrity and accuracy of ongoing projects.
- Generating a variety of GIS files (such as .shp, .geojson, .kml, .kmz, and more) to meet diverse project needs and specifications.
- Conducting proactive searches, evaluations, and integration of mapped data relevant to fiber network infrastructure development, employing advanced data acquisition strategies.
- Occasionally creating print layouts and designs that present data for both internal analysis and third-party review.
- Occasionally collaborating with Department of Transportation and Road Maintenance governmental bodies to secure permit approvals with Engineering Team.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday – 8am to 5pm in Office.
Occasional remote work may be granted to meet the workload of the department during prearranged circumstances
Commuting to:
Chestertown, Maryland 21620
Education Level
High School Diploma / GED; College Degree in relevant field preferred, but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Chestertown, MD 21620 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chestertown, MD 21620: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $30
