GIS & Drafting Specialist

Northwestern Energy•Butte, MT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The GIS & Drafting Specialist assists the Gas Transmission Drafting, GIS, and Engineering groups with processes including data entry, drawing modifications, as-built documentation, field assistance, feature updates, reporting, filing, and data compilation. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. It supports projects and process improvements and helps maintain accurate drawings, GIS information, and project data. The role is based in Butte, Montana, with no telecommuting. Employment is regular full-time. The salary range is $57,200 to $85,800 per year.

Requirements

A two-year or four-year degree in Drafting, GIS, Data Management, or a similar field, or equivalent years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience.
Exhibited knowledge of GIS and drafting processes, programs, and data integrity.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal communication skills; organized and detail-oriented.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record.
Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of AutoCAD, GIS or Esri Field Maps, GPS processes, field data collection, and reading prints and drawings.
Understanding of spatial databases, database management, and data integrity.
Basic knowledge and experience with database security, development, and data integrity.
Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification.

Responsibilities

Assist the Gas Transmission Department with projects and processes to identify and develop efficiencies.
Learn and use basic Autodesk software, including AutoCAD Plant 3D and AutoCAD Civil 3D, to assist with as-built drawings and schematic drawing updates.
Enter data into AutoCAD Plant 3D from as-built documentation.
Support the engineering field as-built process, including updating drawings and collecting GPS data in the field.
Assist with material reconciliation for project material tracking and traceability.
Generate reports from AutoCAD drawings into Excel spreadsheets and compare the data.
Analyze the drafting backlog to prioritize organizational needs.
Assist with GIS functions, including data entry, report generation, and execution of GIS tools.
Assist GIS with database structure, schema, and data integrity.
Run reports on project status and completion.
Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance; follow company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics; and ensure actions align with the company's values, mission, and strategic objectives.

Benefits

401(k) with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%.
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision coverage for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Health Savings Account and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Programs, including up to six free counseling sessions per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses, and dependents, including financial health assistance.
Company-paid basic employee life insurance, with spouse and dependent insurance also available.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive pay, scheduled performance-based wage increases, and annual incentive opportunities.
Paid company-endorsed volunteer opportunities.
Paid parental leave.
Paid bereavement leave.
Paid training opportunities.
Paid time off starting on the first day, plus 11 paid holidays.