GIS Technician

Grow your career with Alliant Energy!At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life.Union Details (If applicable)IBEW Local 204 (Large Group)Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business UnitOperations Energy Del SVCNumber of Positions Available1Salary GradeU104174Career BandJob CodeJ01565Pay Range$32.46 - $39.34Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.Training LocationsResidency RequirementNot subject to residency requirements.Job DescriptionJob SummaryPerform visual and computer quality control checks on facility and/or landbase data. Using editor tool, make corrections, close and map backlog work orders. Insure map products reflect correct geographic locations of facilities and have standard of cartographic quality. Plot maps for use in field locations.What you will doDuring conversion and/or post-conversion, compare source documents to products and information shipped from conversion vendor or field offices. Using quality assurance/quality control product and editor tool, enter data, reconcile errors, verify validity of information and assign attribute information as appropriate.Assign phasing notation to map product utilizing switch diagrams and information, material information, etc., as provided on source documents.Using editor tool, convert post conversion source document details into automated area maps and related data base(s). This includes work orders/work requests (installation/removal of poles, gas and water mains and other units of property as shown on work orders/work requests or otherwise identified), bills of sale, shared use information, etc. Maintain switch diagrams and maps from material tickets and Construction Management System (CMS) work order, Work Management System (WMS) work request, map sketch, etc.Perform data entry functions related to cleanup and ongoing data maintenance of utility facilities. May also perform data entry functions related to cleanup and ongoing data maintenance of landbase data. Check maps against field data and revise data as changes occur. Correct permanent location numbers as needed. Work with field personnel to assure timely and accurate work request/as-built closing process. May be required to keep wall maps and related materials used for switching operations current.Operate computer peripheral equipment as specified in operations documentation.Maintain documentation of the conversion/post-conversion equipment tools.Performs all work according to established company practices and department standards.Performs other duties, which are similar, related or incidental to this position.Education RequirementsHigh school diploma or GEDRequired ExperienceSuccessful completion of courses or work experience equivalent to 2 years of technical training in utility engineering beyond high school.4 years experience in utility construction, engineering work and/or mappingOther RequirementsMust possess a valid driver's license.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesProficiency in high school mathematics.Demonstrated knowledge of construction standards and work requests.Understanding and knowledge of electric, gas, water and landbase components and systems.Familiarity and understanding of pole area maps, underground area maps, gas maps, water maps, and switch diagrams.Preferred knowledge of work request process and other corporate information systems such as Work Management System (WMS), Switch Maintenance (SWM), Transformer and Records Systems (TRS), Distribution Interruption Devices (DID), Distribution Management System (DMS), etc.Understanding of Geographic Information System (GIS) applications or graphical applications or ability to learn them.Ability to use computer systems.Demonstrated cartographic skills.Strong communication skills, including grammar and punctuation.Proven ability to perform accurate work in a time frame, which meets department objectives with minimal supervision, ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.Ability to perform physical requirements of the job.Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.Our ValuesLive Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be BoldAlliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.Disclaimer:The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.Posting End Date: