GIS Technician

Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission•Lexington, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Commission’s Asset Manager, this role performs a variety of work relating to GIS activities for the Commission. The primary responsibility is assisting in the maintenance of the Commission’s GIS and CMMS Systems. This includes developing, implementing, and maintaining these systems and their related data. The technician will analyze GIS data for mapping and report preparation, extract data from GIS software using various analysis methods, and collect and enter information into the Commission’s GIS database. The role also involves assisting with the further development and implementation of the Commission’s CMMS System, corresponding with developers, engineers, and contractors regarding projects, and assisting the Asset Manager in mapping the Commission’s water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems. Coordination with the Customer Service Department for customer data extrapolation and assistance in web and mobile application development related to the GIS database are also key duties. The technician will create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data using specialized applications and recommend procedures, equipment, or software upgrades to improve data accessibility and usability. Related tasks are performed as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Must have a valid SC Driver's License
Knowledge of ESRI Software and working in a geodatabase, specifically latest versions of ArcPro, ArcGIS Online, and Enterprise
General knowledge of techniques and practices of civil engineering work and utility construction
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with associates, contractors and the public
Proficient in using Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, and Outlook
Must have knowledge and understanding of appropriate safety procedures and be able to respond in emergency situations
Professional demeanor and good communication skills with the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates strong organizational skills (record keeping, time management, follow-up, etc.)
Excellent attention to detail, work ethics, sense of urgency, and ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality and accuracy of work
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and deal with interruptions while meeting timely deadlines

Nice To Haves

GIS Certificate
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography or related field
Experience in working within a Utility Geodatabase
Experience in working in CityWorks
Greater than one (1) year of experience
Knowledge of and experience with developing a Computerized Maintenance and Management System (CMMS)
Knowledge or understanding of various scripting languages (Python, R, JavaScript, C#, SQL, etc.)

Responsibilities

Assisting in the maintenance of the Commission’s GIS and CMMS Systems.
Develop, implement and maintain the Commission’s GIS and CMMS systems and related data.
Analyzing GIS data for mapping and report preparation.
Extract data from the GIS software and uses varying analysis methods to arrive at results.
Collect and enter information into the Commission’s GIS database.
Assist with further development and implementation of the Commission’s CMMS System.
Correspond with developers, engineers and contractors with regards to potential and ongoing projects.
Assist the Commission’s Asset Manager in developing/maintaining a map of the Commission’s water distribution and sanitary sewer collections systems.
Coordinate with the Commission’s Customer Service Department for the extrapolation of customer data.
Assist in web and mobile application development as it relates to the Commission’s GIS database.
Create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data, using specialized applications.
Recommend procedures, equipment, or software upgrades to increase data accessibility or ease of use.
Performs related tasks, as required.