GIS Asset Technician - Culture, Parks and Recreation Department

City of Greeley • Greeley, CO

7h • $27 - $39

About The Position

The Asset Technician supports the development, maintenance, accuracy, and usability of Culture, Parks, and Recreation Department (CPRD) asset and inventory data across parks, natural areas, trails, recreation centers, cultural facilities, golf courses, and Island Grove Regional Park. This role maintains GIS datasets and asset management records, assists with field inspections and data collection, and helps ensure amenities, equipment, and facility components are accurately documented throughout their lifecycle. The Asset Technician works closely with Parks, NAT, Recreation, Golf, UCCC, Museums, Island Grove, and Facilities teams to improve data integrity, support preventative maintenance planning, assist with capital project preparation, and strengthen operational efficiency through reliable and accessible asset information.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a related field; OR relevant certification.
• Proficiency using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related geospatial tools for mapping, analysis, and data management.
• Ability to interpret maps, plans, site drawings, and asset documentation.
• Understanding of spatial data concepts, coordinate systems, GPS/GNSS use, and geodatabases.
• OR any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience in GIS, asset management, parks maintenance, natural areas, facility operations, or related work.
• Experience with data collection tools (Field Maps, Collector, Survey123) and mobile GIS workflows.
• Familiarity with parks, recreation, natural areas, trails, irrigation systems, playgrounds, or facility components.
• Experience reading construction drawings or site plans.
• GIS certificate or bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CPRD asset data within GIS and asset management systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with Citywide standards.
• Create, update, and manage spatial datasets for parks, trails, natural areas, playgrounds, amenities, irrigation systems, signage, facility components, and cultural assets.
• Prepare maps, dashboards, and data reports that support capital planning, inspections, budgeting, and operational decision-making.
• Conduct field inspections to verify asset conditions, collect GPS coordinates, document inventory, and update system records as needed.
• Use field data collection tools (e.g., Field Maps, Collector, Survey123, GPS/GNSS units) to capture accurate and timely information.
• Assist with annual inventory audits of CPRD facilities, equipment, and amenities.
• Support supervisors and managers in generating preventative maintenance schedules by providing accurate asset data, condition records, and lifecycle information.
• Track maintenance history, work orders, and asset status to help identify trends, risks, and replacement needs.
• Assist staff across CPRD divisions with locating asset information, maps, and documentation for daily operations and service delivery.
• Prepare asset maps, inventories, and data summaries to support capital project scoping and funding requests.
• Assist with collecting baseline data for new park development, facility improvements, and restoration projects.
• Participate in cross-departmental efforts to align asset standards, data practices, and reporting expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The City offers a robust benefits package, including health and wellness, retirement savings, and discounted Greeley facilities access.
• This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree