GIS Technician

Position Hours

8:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Thursday and 8:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday

Minimum Job Duties

Under supervision of Commissions Asset Manager performs a variety of work relating to GIS activities for the Commission. Responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the Commissions GIS and CMMS Systems.

• Develop implement and maintain the Commissions GIS and CMMS systems and related data
• Analyzing GIS data for mapping and report preparation
• Extract data from the GIS software and uses varying analysis methods to arrive at results
• Collect and enter information into the Commissions GIS database
• Assist with further development and implementation of the Commissions CMMS System
• Correspond with developers engineers and contractors with regards to potential and ongoing projects
• Assist the Commissions Asset Manager in developing/maintaining a map of the Commissions water distribution and sanitary sewer collections systems
• Coordinate with the Commissions Customer Service Department for the extrapolation of customer data
• Assist in web and mobile application development as it relates to the Commissions GIS database
• Create analyze report convert or transfer data using specialized applications
• Recommend procedures equipment or software upgrades to increase data accessibility or ease of use.
• Performs related tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Must have a valid SC Drivers License
• Knowledge of ESRI Software and working in a geodatabase specifically latest versions of ArcPro ArcGIS Online and Enterprise
• General knowledge of techniques and practices of civil engineering work and utility construction
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates contractors and the public
• Proficient in using Windows operating system Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Must have knowledge and understanding of appropriate safety procedures and be able to respond in emergency situations
• Professional demeanor and good communication skills with the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills (record keeping time management follow-up etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail work ethics sense of urgency and ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality and accuracy of work
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required
• Ability to multi-task prioritize and deal with interruptions while meeting timely deadlines
  

Beneficial Skills & Experience

• GIS Certificate
• Bachelors degree in GIS Geography or related field
• Experience in working within a Utility Geodatabase
• Experience in working in CityWorks
• Greater than one (1) year of experience
  
• Knowledge of and experience with developing a Computerized Maintenance and Management System (CMMS)
  
• Knowledge or understanding of various scripting languages (Python R JavaScript C# SQL etc.)
  
  

Compensation & Benefits Package

Salary Commensurate with Education & Experience

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Insurances

PEBA Health

PEBA Dental

PEBA Vision

Health Savings Account

Flex Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans

SC Retirement System (9% mandatory)

401(k) Plans (voluntary)

457(b) Plans (voluntary)

Other Insurances

Life

Disability

Other (accident cancer critical illness etc.)

Required Experience:

Junior IC