What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Technician position at Uintah Engineering & Land Surveying?
About Uintah Engineering and Land Surveying
At Uintah Engineering and Land Surveying, we are dedicated to partnering with clients to provide solutions utilizing experienced team members who are committed to their careers, family, friends, and community. We take pride in delivering innovative engineering and surveying solutions with high-quality results to various industries.
Our team values integrity, teamwork, stewardship, family, stability, quality, leadership, and safety. If you’re looking for an environment where you can contribute to meaningful projects and grow your career, we’d love to have you join our team.
We’re seeking a detail-oriented GIS Technician who thrives in a collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll work closely with engineers, surveyors, and project managers to provide valuable geospatial insights for a wide range of projects, including energy development, land development, and regulatory assessments. We’re looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and eager to apply their GIS skills in a supportive, dynamic team setting.
Responsibilities:
- Manage, interpret, and analyze geospatial data to support various projects.
- Maintain and update databases to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
- Create maps, charts, and reports to assist the project team in decision-making.
- Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and clientele to integrate GIS data into project workflows.
- Utilize GIS software (ArcPro and ArcOnline) to manage geospatial datasets and perform spatial analysis.
- Contribute to the development of GIS models and tools to improve project efficiency.
- Coordinate the gathering and integration of GIS data from multiple sources.
- Ensure quality control for GIS data outputs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geospatial Information Science, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- In place of education, work experience will be accepted.
- Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, GlobalSurveyor, QGIS, or similar).
- Strong understanding of spatial analysis, enterprise geodatabases, and coordinate systems/projections.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcOnline.
- Familiarity with land surveying and engineering principles.
- Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
- Experience with remote sensing.
Why Uintah Engineering and Land Surveying?
- A competitive benefits package with 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.
- Opportunities for career development, training, and advancement.
If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity where you can grow your GIS expertise and contribute to impactful projects, we encourage you to apply!
You must be able to pass pre-employment drug & alcohol screens and will be enrolled in the UELS drug and alcohol program.
Benefits
Company-Paid Medical & Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (with employer contribution)
Vision Insurance
Life & AD&D
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
401(k) Match
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
