GIS Technician

Borough of Chambersburg•Chambersburg, PA

23h•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide range of activities associated with the operation and maintenance of the Geographic Information System. An employee in this class performs technical duties which follow prescribed methods and procedures in a wide range of Geographic Information System applications; map conversion and digitizing; retrieving geographically referenced information using a variety of surveying methods; design information systems; creating and updating attribute databases; manipulating files and exploring relational database operations; data query and reporting functions; and spatial analysis to solve local government tasks. Work is performed independently, with general instructions and guidance received from the Engineering Supervisor and GIS Program Manager.

Requirements

Ability to learn and follow Borough policies, rules, procedures
Ability to make decisions and recommendations in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies governing the organization in a fair and consistent manner
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, and the public
Must have working knowledge and experience of computers, Microsoft Windows based operating systems, network and file systems, Microsoft Office applications and Internet-based applications
Must have working knowledge and experience of ESRIs Geographic Information System software and its various extensions
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to give instruction and guidance in the use of Geographic Information System data among the different Borough departments, various engineers, consultants and others
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions successfully
Ability to read and write at the level required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job
Intermediate to proficient computer skills with working knowledge of Supervisory Control Data and Acquisition (SCADA) systems
Ability to operate motor vehicles and power-driven equipment
Ability to exercise good professional judgement, and possess the physical/mental ability/agility to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation
Ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to work-related information and records
Extensive ability to read and interpret gauges, recording devices, and other monitoring equipment reflecting plant and system operations
Must be available to respond to emergencies, when necessary
Must keep informed about the latest GIS industry specific developments and best practices through reading and by attending conferences, seminars and meetings.
Completion of a standard high school course, or equivalent, including development in computers, drafting, algebra, trigonometry, geometry and surveying practice.
At least one (1) year formal working experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and maintain required clearances to hold a position at the Chambersburg Borough.
Incumbent must have and maintain a valid motor vehicles license, three (3) years clean driving history, and be insurable in the independent opinion of the Boroughs motor vehicle insurance underwriter.

Nice To Haves

Preferably completion of college level courses in Geographic Information Systems, geography, cartography, civil engineering and/or surveying.
Experience with coordinate geometry/surveying software, AutoCAD software and survey grade GPS equipment or other comparable software/equipment desirable

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and maintenance of a variety of Geographic Information System projects.
Development and maintenance of electric, gas, sanitary sewer and water supply networks for accessing utility information in emergency and non-emergency situations; flow analysis for utility design studies; maintenance and scheduling maintenance of utilities; utility assessments; and from different sources mapping of utility information such as various utility sizes, types, manholes, valves, fire hydrants, utility services, taps, repairs and other appurtenances.
Development and maintenance of a variety of Geographic Information System applications to be used for managing public works such as borough streets and alleys, traffic control devices, snow removal, sanitation, street sweeping, storm sewer network, bridges, railways, municipal owned properties, curbs and sidewalks, on and off-street parking, soil types, wetlands and floodplains.
Applications to be used by other departments, Town Council and committees include health and housing, building inspection and permits, tax assessment records, zoning, land use, subdivision, political districts, parcels, schools, parks and other recreation areas, transportation, building, population data, and grants.
Collect spatial, tabular and image data from government agencies and other sources and have the ability to determine the compatibility and quality of these materials for use in the Geographic Information System.
Collect other data from a variety of sources such as deeds, old plans and on-site inspections.
Use image scanning devices to scan plans, utility service cards, documents such as deeds and agreements, photographs, aerial photographs and other images in a variety of image formats, to be used in conjunction with the Geographic Information System.
Use of large format ink-jet color plotters to generate hard-copy output on paper, vellum, mylar and other media.
Use of Geographic Information System software and its tools to analyze and display information to create presentation quality graphics such as maps, charts and tables in different combinations to give the user accurate and clear information for use.
Give instruction in the use of Geographic Information System data among other departments.
Adjust and maintain surveying equipment.
Maintains good personnel and public relations
Operates motor vehicles and power-driven equipment, where applicable
Subject to emergency calls and responses, when needed and necessary
Performs other duties as assigned and required within the scope of responsibilities.