GIS Technician

Job DescriptionJob Title: GIS TechnicianPosting Start Date: 5/15/26Job Description:Posting Information$24.00hr - $37.00hrThe base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education, and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!Primary RoleAmerican Water is currently seeking a GIS Technician to work in our Lexington, KY office location. As GIS Technician you will be responsible for ensuring GIS network data is complete, accurate and current by using standard operating procedures and GIS editing best practices to proactively gather, interpret and process edits from a variety of sources. This includes all work activities for installations, replacements, relocations, repairs, excavations, and locating, as well as GNSS data collection, field comments, and general cleanup identified via QAQC.Key ResponsiblitiesUses GIS to create and maintain spatial and attribute data following standard operating procedures and GIS editing best practicesAbility to learn and understand the basics of water and wastewater network structures and apply learned knowledge when creating and maintaining American Water GIS dataAbility to learn and understand how to interpret and process a variety of source GIS inputs, to include GNSS data, construction as-builts (CAD and/or PDF), field sketches / comments (web submitted, paper, and/or verbal), and tabular dataAssist in the development of GIS standard operating procedures and best practices. Participate on user committees within AW for sharing GIS expertiseAbility to review and identify missing, incorrect, or questionable input source GIS data, as well as identify and repair quality issues within existing GIS dataContinue to develop expertise in GIS. Participates in workshops, training, or vendor presentations introducing new/evolving GIS technologyAdhere to and support standard operating procedures and GNSS best practicesProactively provide active feedback to state GIS lead, as well as providing and soliciting input and feedback from other team membersKnowledge/SkillsKnowledge of personal computing and Windows based software applications such as Windows, Microsoft Word and Excel; and internet skillsAbility to learn and understand the basic water and wastewater network structuresAbility to learn Esri ArcGIS suite of Products, specifically ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro with a focus on creating and editing GIS data. Demonstrated basic computer literacy and competenceExcellent written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated time management skills; ability to handle multiple projects and deadlinesExperience/EducationAssociate’s degree or related experience0-2 years’ experience with GIS and/or related course workTravel RequirementsPeriodic local travel; occasional national travel (e.g., User's conference, etc.)Must have valid drivers licenseWork EnvironmentIndoor and outdoor environment