GIS Technician

General Summary: A GIS Technician has a supportive role in the design, development and maintenance of maps and technical drawings. A GIS Technician also has a supportive role in analyzing spatial data, digitizing, create and maintaining digital databases. A GIS Technician understands map projections and cartographic principles and can create simple maps. A GIS Technician understands the function of GPS and KML data. Essential Job Functions: Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology for project related needs Perform varied data gathering and entry to create, display, maintain, and update Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, coverages, and linkages to various GIS databases Demonstrate excellent listening skills and the ability to ask probing questions, and understand concerns to reach a mutually beneficial resolution Have a strong work ethic and be a self-starter, able to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to change within a fast-paced environment Regular, reliable, consistent, and punctual attendance is required Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to fulfill job function or as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to apply techniques and procedures to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Ability to work independently Demonstrate ability to communicate well with a positive & friendly manner both orally and in writing Demonstrate the ability to accept responsibility for and work under occasional stressful situations with frequent interruptions Demonstrate desire to learn new skills as technologies change Demonstrate the ability to multi-task Regular, reliable, consistent and punctual attendance is required Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to fulfill job function or as assigned Education and Experience: A high school diploma or GED GIS Certificate of completion. (0-2) years of related work experience preferred but not required. Entry-level position with no previous experience required. Telecom experience Physical Requirements: 0-24% 25-49% 50-74% 75-100% Seeing: Must be able to read computer screen and various reports. 75-100% Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with customers and business contacts. 75-100% Standing/Walking: 0-24% Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0-24% Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0-24% Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use phone system. 75-100% Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. #hc178734