GIS Technician I

New Jersey Resources • Washington, DC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Energize your future and join our team as we pursue a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. At our Fortune 1000 diversified energy company, you’ll find a friendly, community-minded environment, with flexible work schedules, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive pay and benefits.
New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources is seeking a GIS Technician I to maintain and update an accurate geographic information system (GIS) mapping of the Company’s physical gas distribution system assets. Support Engineering staff and other business units with the creation of high-quality construction drawings and maps for construction and field operations efforts.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in computer aided drafting or technical drawing, or a minimum of three years of GIS experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS version 10 Desktop, especially the ability to perform detailed digitizing and editing of data in a geometric network is preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge and skill in the operation of GPS equipment and peripherals is preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD (AutoCAD 2015 or greater) and ArcFM preferred
• Ability to work well independently and establish effective working relationships with others
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Must be able to perform close-up work, such as digitizing and perform limited physical field work

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain the company’s natural gas facilities maps and detail records in GIS.
• Support construction-based activities including field investigations and GPS data collection.
• Produce high-quality construction and technical drawings using AutoCAD, from field conditions, design sketches and construction plans, according to departmental drafting standards.
• Provide mark-up drawings for municipalities and engineering firms regarding the type of facilities located within outside project limits.
• Produce high-quality map products for presentations, meetings, public usage and departments.
• Update and maintain the company’s critical valve and regulator station drawing manuals.
• Any other duties and responsibilities determined appropriate by departmental management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage from day 1
• 401k vesting immediate
• Employee insurance and medical plans, including prescription, vision and dental benefits.
• 401(k) program with generous company match.
• Company stock purchase plan.
• Wellness programs, including free on and off-site fitness centers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid time off including paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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