GIS Technician

Natural Resource Solutions Inc•Waterloo, ON

5d•CA$25 - CA$29•Onsite

About The Position

Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is a respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta, providing high-quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions across Canada. Our team of skilled ecologists offers expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats. At NRSI, we value our people, promoting a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage, the opportunity to work with experienced staff, and career growth opportunities through internal advancement. You will gain exposure to high-impact projects, and we prioritize internal advancement, often considering contract partners for long-term opportunities. Joining NRSI means joining a culture of excellence where technical contributions are recognized and professional independence is respected.

Requirements

High level of expertise in the use of ArcGIS 10x, preferably through workplace experience.
Experience in the concepts of GPS data collection, Trimble survey poles or equivalent.
Expertise in cartography concepts and map design.
A valid driver's license
A post-secondary degree or diploma related to Geomatics, Geography or Environmental Studies

Nice To Haves

Experience with QGIS/QField, graphics software, ArcGIS spatial analysis, and ArcGIS Pro
AutoCAD, interpreting site plans and basic surveying theory
GPS Field Data Collection
Experience with drone operation and a drone pilot’s license.
Programming - Python, JavaScript, SQL, Git
Experience creating Documentation (e.g., Mediawiki)
Experience with Spatial Database: SQL (PostGIS)
Business process automation

Responsibilities

Provide GIS and mapping support for a wide range of environmental projects, including map development for Environmental Impact Studies (EIS), Restoration Plans, Tree Inventory and Preservation Plans, and renewable energy projects.
Create and design maps, ranging from simple edits to comprehensive map sets, ensuring clarity and adherence to cartographic principles.
Digitize biological survey data, including vegetation communities, wildlife habitats, and monitoring stations.
Integrate AutoCAD drawings into ArcMap and facilitate data exchange between AutoCAD and GIS platforms.
Perform spatial analysis to support project requirements, applying GIS tools and methodologies.
Conduct occasional fieldwork to collect spatial data using GPS and drone equipment, and process the data for incorporation into GIS databases.