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Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District

GIS CAD Technician

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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.

$50,005 / year median in Missouri

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Under general supervision, performs entry and interpretation of information into GIS or CAD software and related equipment.
Essential Functions:
GIS:
Using industry standard GIS software and equipment, analyze, input, develop and maintain an Engineering Construction Database using complex Engineering Drawings and associated data from a variety of Engineering, Surveying, and other sources. Prepare and present drawings, maps, charts, and analytical reports from this database as requested by District personnel. Organize, maintain, track, archive and restore data files as needed. Communicate with Engineers on data analysis, data processing and report generation issues. Develop simple software customization as required. Occasionally visit field to observe and record actual field and construction conditions.
DESGIN:
Using industry standard CAD and office software and equipment, and data from a variety of sources, create and modify Civil Engineering or survey drawings, specifications and exhibits; perform calculations and prepare maps; produce drawings and data for input into an Engineering Construction Database and GIS. Utilize maps and data from the GIS to prepare plans, exhibits and customized maps. Assist in coordinating and scheduling work load. Organize, maintain, track, and restore files as needed. Occasionally visit field to observe and record actual field and construction conditions.
SURVEY :
Using industry standard CAD software and equipment, and data from a variety of sources, create and modify Civil Engineering or survey drawings and exhibits; perform calculations and prepare maps; produce drawings and data for input into an Engineering Construction Database and GIS. Utilize maps and data from the GIS to prepare plans, exhibits and customized maps. Be familiar with GPS and other survey equipment and have some survey field experience to fill in and/or assist the field crews when needed. Assist in coordinating and scheduling work load. Organize, maintain, track, and restore files as needed.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Using industry standard CAD and office software and equipment along with working inside the Accela software to provide a review and approval of submitted As built plans from private development projects. Capital Construction project as built plans are also reviewed to provide final payment measurements for Construction Management. Communicate with Engineers on data analysis, data processing and report generation issues. Coordination with GIS so that Approved as built plans are placed on properly on the MSD basemap. Assist in coordinating and scheduling workload. Organize, maintain, track, and restore files as needed.
Additional Responsibilities:
Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisors
Training and Experience:
High school diploma/GED, 15 college credit hours in design drafting, computer-aided drafting, or related fields, with at least 6 credit hours in Computer-Aided Drafting or Cartography, AND two years of practical experience in GIS or CAD. Desirable Knowledge.
Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of engineering drawing, CAD and cartographic principles, procedures and practices. Thorough knowledge of the ESRI ArcGIS environment and working knowledge of relational databases. Thorough knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D. Survey field experience and familiarity with data collector software and GPS. Experience with property research and plotting legal descriptions. Familiarity with hydrology and hydraulics. Considerable skill in forming and maintaining effective working relationships, both internally and externally with Engineers and Designers; skill in maintaining records and preparing reports.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which employee resides. Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as non-safety sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. Employees of MSD must have a meets expectations.