GIS TECHNICIAN

Performs varied data gathering and entry to create, maintain, display and update Geographic Information Systems databases, coverages, and linkages to various GIS databases.  

• Generates accurate maps and other representations of data. 
• Researches source records and documents or goes out in the field to visually locate items to resolve conflicting information and ensure the accuracy of data. 
• Duties include reading and interpreting engineering plans, plot maps, and legal descriptions, entering required data into the GIS. 
• Drafts detailed dimensional drawings, and updates maps as new data is gathered and received relative to water systems, sewer systems, storm sewer systems, traffic signal, street lighting, buildings, streets, parcels, and other various objects; records and documents details of map updates, additions and/or deletions. 
• Performs data queries, prints and plots specialized maps. 
• Maintains and files subdivision maps, building plans, ArcMap print-outs and other documents for future reference. 
• Performs document imaging and database referencing.

• Performs duties as a survey crew member for GIS data gathering and surveying used to layout projects.  

• Performs line spotting to avoid any line damages or accidents.  

• Performs a variety of office related functions including preparation of correspondence, maps, presentation material, brochures, reduction of field notes, printing material and drawings.  

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
 
Associate's degree or equivalent course work at a technical or vocational school, in geographic information systems, planning, architecture, civil engineering, computer science, or a related field, or two years of experience working with geographic information systems.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of GIS/CAD software such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and other GIS based software

• Knowledge of computer hardware and software principles, basin networking principles, and database principles

• Knowledge of symbols and terminology used in civil, architectural or electronic drawings
• Knowledge of document imaging, digitizing and data manipulation procedures for GIS
• Knowledge of GPS equipment and software for data capture, conversion, and implementation into GIS
• Ability to read and use zoning maps, quarter-section maps, plat maps, land use maps, single line maps and aerial maps
• Ability to become familiar with industry specific (such as utility, wastewater, municipal infrastructure, planning and zoning) terms and symbols
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations using algebra, geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City Departments, contractors and general public

 LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS         

  Valid state issued driver's license                                        PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, and reach with hands and arms from a standing position. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, kneel and use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stop or couch. The employee is occasionally required to travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
 
The employed must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/ or move or carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works outdoors.  The employee is occasionally exposed to adverse weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, raw sewage, and pressurized water.  While performing the duties, the employee is occasionally working in moving traffic and moving construction equipment. 
 
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud, depending on duties performed.

Salary : $21 - $25