GIS Intern

Doyon Limited • Fairbanks, AK

15d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Doyon Utilities provides excellent career opportunities for motivated individuals. As the primary utility provider for the U.S. Military in Alaska, we offer stability and opportunity even in uncertain times. If you want to be a part of a work family that values professionalism, dedication, collaboration and innovation, we're the right company for you.

The GIS Intern performs general support activities for the GIS Analyst and GIS Technician. These activities include computer applications and/or database data entry and data modification for departmental users utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology; supports project teams, the environmental department and any other DU employee/group in GIS or mapping requirement. Perform on-site field work to collect GIS information and system attributes for entry into the GIS application.
Starting Hourly Range: $22.88
This is an in-person position located in Fairbanks, Alaska

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, random drug test thereafter in accordance with the published policy of Doyon Utilities.
• Must have a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation in Alaska. Eligibility to work on a military installation includes compliance with Department of Defense mandates with respect to employee background and health directives.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic level of experience with ArcGIS Map, Arc Pro, ArcSDE for SQL Server.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, IT or related fields. May substitute formal training with adequate experience.
• Basic familiarity with Spatial Data Standard for Infrastructure and Environment (SDSFIE).
• Basic level experience with GPS data collection.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work with limited supervision.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment.
• Enthusiastic about learning, pushing technical limits and finding new solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform updates and edits within ArcGIS system.
• Ensure data accuracy and reliability of reports generated through the MDMS.
• Prepare maps and data records as necessary.
• Conduct GPS field collections of utilities.
• Review and verify mapping data or themes provided by government agencies or private sector contractors for accuracy and consistency, modifying and correcting database values as necessary.
• Participate as a member of project teams as necessary.
• Communicate project activities to project leadership and management.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED