GIS Technician - G118 - Sewer Maintenance

Columbus Consolidated Government • Columbus, GA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for technical duties in the collection of geographic data and in the production of geographic maps and reports. Creates, designs, and edits GIS map documents using ESRI ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro Software. Creates maps for other divisions. Collects and edits field data using ArcCollector and ArcGIS Online. Compiles Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for data organization. Fulfills large print requests using a Canon plotter printer. Works with current satellite imagery to fulfill interdepartmental map requests. Uses a city-wide Enterprise Geodatabase to compile map documents using various feature datasets and feature classes. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Geography, Cartography, GIS, Aerial Photography, and Graphic Design practices.
• Knowledge of GIS technology and its applications.
• Knowledge of the hardware and software used in GIS applications.
• Skill in customer service.
• Skill in problem-solving and decision making.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment including work related computer applications.
• Skill in the analysis of data and in the creation of related reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Nice To Haves

• College or Technical College Degree preferred.
• Having had a similar position for two or more years preferred.
• Possess any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the equivalent work.

Responsibilities

• Collects geographic data.
• Produces geographic maps and reports.
• Creates, designs, and edits GIS map documents using ESRI ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro Software.
• Creates maps for other divisions.
• Collects and edits field data using ArcCollector and ArcGIS Online.
• Compiles Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for data organization.
• Fulfills large print requests using a Canon plotter printer.
• Works with current satellite imagery to fulfill interdepartmental map requests.
• Uses a city-wide Enterprise Geodatabase to compile map documents using various feature datasets and feature classes.

What This Job Offers

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