Specialist I, GIS

LCEC • North Fort Myers, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for creating and updating LCEC's electronic mapping and drafting systems in the System Graphics department. Performs advanced updates to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Provide drafting support to the Engineering and Operations Division.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (Required) or High School Diploma plus 2 yrs experience with GIS or CAD (Required)
• 2+ to 5 Years experience with PC MS Office Suite (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and presentation software) (Required)
• 2+ to 5 Years experience in drafting or mapping environment (Required)
• Must possess & maintain a valid Florida driver's license (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree drafting and design -- or completion of 2 year vocational / certificate program using AutoCAD or ESRI, or NISC MapWise (Preferred)
• High School Diploma plus 2 years direct GIS (ArcMap, or MapWise, or CAD (AutoCad) experience (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience in electric utility drafting environment or mapping environment (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience creating & maintaining data using NISC MapWise, AutoCAD or ArcMap software (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience with GPS technology & data collection (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Update GIS system maps from final as-built work requests and additional sources.
• Create and update system drawings as required.
• Maintain system connectivity model in GIS system.
• Perform field checks to GPS electric facilities and verify accuracy or discrepancies from as-built work requests.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.
• Responsible for delivering projects and tasks on time and within budget.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels within LCEC. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts. Provide current and accurate information to all requesters, courteously and in a timely manner.
• Support Storm Restoration efforts when needed. Work in emergency storm situations (i.e. hurricanes) and work long hours (>12 hours per day) for many continuous days/weeks as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-wide annual incentive plan
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match
• Company funded Pension Plan
• On-site wellness/medical facility
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness program with financial rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Group life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

What This Job Offers

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