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Meridian Technologies
GIS Technician 1
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What they do
A GIS Analyst gathers data that can be used in geographic information system (GIS) maps or products. Gathers data from existing maps and reports; gathers information on people, plants, animals, buildings, natural terrain and elevation.
$44,897 / year median in Indiana
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title:
GIS Technician 1Location:
Plainfield, IN Contract duration: 3-year contract, possibility of extension or conversion Responsibilities- Maintain and support the company's GIS system by posting, updating, and maintaining utility asset data for electric distribution.
- Review design drawings, maps, redlines, and related documentation and accurately model those assets in GIS.
- Gather, analyze, and maintain geospatial data used as the utility system's system of record.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve GIS data issues and discrepancies.
- Perform QA/QC activities to ensure GIS data accuracy and completeness.
- Correct data quality errors and verify compliance with GIS business rules and standards.
- Communicate with Work Order Owners, Designers, Engineers, and Field personnel to obtain missing information. Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years GIS experience required. Preferred Qualifications
- Strong background and demonstrated experience in ESRI products preferred.
- Experience in Smallworld preferred.
- Utility experience preferred.