GIS Specialist

GIS Specialist
Portland OR (Onsite)
6Month Contract

• Use ArcGIS ArcFM and a custom application to identify configure and transform distribution data.

• Read and interpret electrical utility asset information to enter edit and update spatial and tabular data.

• Maintain accurate GIS databases technical files and documentation.

• Ensure quality and meet timelines while coordinating with supervisors and trainers to resolve data issues.

• Complete data conversion digitizing spatial data editing attribute editing data validation and maintenance of digital infrastructure spatial data and related attribute information.

• Analyze data and perform QC/QA activities standards enforcement and data validation.

• Track progress and provide reporting.

• Coordinate with supervisors and trainers to resolve data issues and maintain quality standards.

• Technical certification or equivalent in drafting GIS or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 15 years of related experience working in a fast-paced high-volume production environment using ArcGIS.

• Experience working with and the ability to read and understand electrical one-lines schematics and transmission plan and profile drawings.

• Knowledge of basic electrical distribution power systems and utility network connectivity.

• Knowledge of utility engineering specifications and drawings established drafting and design techniques.

• Knowledge of current technologies tools systems and vendors.

• Understanding of company policies practices and procedures.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult and resolve internal and external customer issues.

• Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds and work effectively as a member of a team.

• Bachelors degree in Geographic Information System (GIS) Natural Resources Geography or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with ArcGIS 10.x and ArcFM.

• Experience working with and maintaining networked utility data.

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.