GIS Technician Assc

American Electric Power•Shreveport, LA

5d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Creating cartographic output (map making), data manipulation, data creation from digitization or field survey, basic data management, and basic map development. Interpret and enter field data into GIS related systems and databases.

Requirements

Valid state driver's license.
Familiar with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods.
Familiar with computer graphics and automated drawing methods and have the ability to distinguish colors.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel and Access.
Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Drafting or related field OR Associate's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Drafting or related field OR High School/equivalency
If High School diploma: three (3) years related GIS experience required
If Bachelor's or Associate's degree: No experience required

Nice To Haves

Travel required / Outside of business hours.

Responsibilities

Create, revise and maintain technical data used for reports maps and sketches.
Create revise and maintain material and property equipment records.
Obtain information required to perform work from multiple resources including; verbal/electronic communications, sketches, marked drawings, field notes, vendors' catalogs and technical reference manuals.
Operate large scale plotters and other duplicating equipment.
Work with other organizations of the company to resolve discrepancies to assure that data reflects accurate field conditions.
Generate reports defined to pull data from graphical and non-graphical databases.