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Black & McDonald Limited GIS Technician in Salt Lake City, Utah
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald's Salt Lake City team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The GIS Specialist is located in Salt Lake City, UT and typically reports directly to the Department Supervisor.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Create and manage utility data for customers including but not limited to municipalities and utility service providers
Utilize survey data to generate plans and maps.
Perform QA/QC on incoming data and outgoing deliverables to ensure a complete and accurate product.
Take lead on new GIS initiatives and provide related support to coworkers and clients.
Participate in the acquisition of on-site field data to accomplish the design or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance.
Perform tasks such as digitizing, copying and scanning of drawings, prints and maps.
Follow quality practice and procedures by self-checking all work product and checking the work of others as required.
Follow safety procedures.
Perform and update records in ArcPro and ArcGIS Online.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Values and Respects Others
Values Continuous Learning
Strategic Perspective
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Individuals holding or pursuing a Bachelor's in Geography, GIS, or a related discipline will be preferred.
Certification in any of the following areas will also increase consideration:
Data Science
Geomatics
GIS
Individuals with experience in electrical distribution systems or telecommunication will be preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Proficient knowledge and understanding of:
Field collection and coordination management
Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS ESRI Mobile Apps preferred
Understanding of Geodatabases and use of Microsoft Excel
Motivated individual with a knack for technology based solutions for problem solving