GIS & CAD Technician (Nevada)

Reno, NV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria Virginia and Orlando Florida USA with technical support centers in South East Asia and East Africa that provide program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning design infrastructure management technical consulting engineering and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army Air Force Navy Marine Corps) missions along with other US federal agencies all over the world.

We are seeking an experienced GIS & CAD Technician to support the Installation Geospatial Information & Services (IGI&S) team at Creech Air Force Base. This role requires proficiency in AutoCAD Map 3D/Civil 3D ArcGIS Trimble GNSS equipment and Microsoft Office tools. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of CAD-to-GIS conversion spatial data integration and geospatial analysis techniques. You will work closely with engineers planners and survey teams to ensure that all geospatial data and drawings are current accurate and meet Air Force standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Convert CAD drawings and imagery into GIS datasets ensuring alignment with SDSFIE standards.
Perform CAD-to-GIS translation for a wide range of engineering fields including building design utility systems (plumbing HVAC electrical) site plans drainage and infrastructure.
Conduct site verifications and limited survey work using Trimble GNSS to validate existing conditions and update geospatial features.
Reconcile and integrate external data sources (e.g. DD1354 RPAD) into the GIS system to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Manipulate and manage raster and vector data (PDF TIFF DWG shapefiles etc.) in GIS and CAD platforms.
Maintain and update GIS layers using both tabular and spatial data inputs.
Prepare high-quality maps exhibits and data visualizations for engineering and planning projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning construction updates and infrastructure management.
Ensure data quality by thoroughly reviewing inputs and outputs for completeness and accuracy.
Communicate project status and deliverables clearly and professionally with team members and government stakeholders.

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

Associates or Bachelors degree in Geography GIS Cartography or a related field
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
Proficient in AutoCAD Map 3D or Civil 3D ArcGIS 10.6.x or newer and Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Access).
Experience using Trimble GNSS survey equipment preferred
Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints is a plus
Strong attention to detail problem-solving and communication skills.
Must be amenable to Occasional travels to Nellis AFB Creech AFB Nevada Test & Training Range (NTTR) and surrounding areas
Must hold or be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and a SECRET clearance before starting.

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Why Planate

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning design engineering asset management and professional service solutions anytime anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally and Professionally Up and Down The Line.

Wed love for you to be a part of our Global workforce helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every clients mission!

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