GIS Technician – Electric Utility

Pse&G • Secaucus, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The GIS Technician supports electric utility operations by maintaining accurate Geographic Information System (GIS) records, analyzing utility asset data, and supporting electric transmission and distribution projects. The position is on-site in Secaucus, New Jersey, with approximately 5–10% fieldwork, and is a two-year contract paying $30 per hour on W-2 with no benefits. The role may suit recent graduates with relevant GIS coursework or internship experience; prior utility industry experience is not required.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of GIS experience through employment, internships, or academic coursework.
• Working knowledge of GIS applications, spatial data, and connectivity relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license and ability to travel between client locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electric utility transmission and distribution systems.
• Familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of utility asset management, work orders, and as-built documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the electric utility GIS connected model using work orders, as-built drawings, and field reports.
• Analyze GIS data and generate custom maps, reports, charts, and tabulations.
• Maintain service point connectivity, transformer relationships, and utility asset records.
• Identify and resolve mapping discrepancies, connectivity issues, and conflicting asset data.
• Support facility relocations, load rearrangements, and new electric service projects.
• Produce GIS prints, distribution maps, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with supervisors and field personnel in a union environment.
• Perform occasional field investigations and computer-aided drafting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed