Published: Apr 11, 2025 - The Geographic Information Systems Technician is responsible for verifying GIS deliverables for accuracy, compliance with standards, and providing technical QA/QC guidance across projects. This position involves producing and analyzing complex spatial data, coordinating internal training, maintaining manuals, and managing project assignments. This role serves as a liaison between internal teams and external parties, supporting system improvements and ensuring adherence to file conventions.

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1. GIS Technician, Red River Mapping Solutions, Fargo, ND
Job Summary:
- Scanning, digitizing and geo-referencing all types of hard copy geological maps, lease maps, for use in many different software packages
- Creating thematic seismic basemaps, Isopach maps and cross sections
- Retrieve, print and prepare mud logs for geologists
- Create and maintain team well files which includes e-logs, mud logs, maps and election papers for wells
- Research and produce acreage via maps to determine new ventures acreage for new acquisitions
- Generate contour maps of monthly production
- Utilize software to depth calibrate and create smart-rasters for wells, creating maps and cross-sections to determine new drill locations
- Generate maps and cross-sections zeroing in on multiple pay zones using industry-specific software
- Prepared structure and isopach maps
- Work closely with engineers to determine production rates, reserve adds, decline curves, gas in place, recoverable gas, spacing issues and potential payout
- Manage Well Libraries, consisting of the acquisition and importation of data and workstation-ready digits from numerous vendors
- Deliver clear and succinct presentations to management, geoscientists and mineral owners
- Undertake practical field and laboratory work to support exploration and development work
Skills on Resume:
- Scanning Digitizing (Hard Skills)
- Geo-referencing Maps (Hard Skills)
- Seismic Mapping (Hard Skills)
- Mud Logs (Hard Skills)
- Well Files (Hard Skills)
- Acreage Research (Hard Skills)
- Contour Mapping (Hard Skills)
- Data Presentation (Soft Skills)
2. GIS Technician, Northwoods Geospatial, Duluth, MN
Job Summary:
- Performing data collection, editing, mapping, and managing an accurate record of utility transmission and road right-of-way (ROW) siting which can coincide with land planning and development.
- Support team in a suite of mapping products used by multiple organizations
- Responsible for research and data processing, including verifying, organizing, and the preparation of geospatial and asset data.
- Manage specific GIS information layers
- Transfer collected data onto GIS system/server using applicable software.
- Perform data entry and mapping tasks utilizing GIS technologies.
- Support staff regarding capabilities to meet GIS management needs including the following processes within a GIS environment
- Digitizing and georeferencing data to aid in the location, placement, and creation of features
- Creating and editing features and associated attributes
- Examine legal documents associated with each ROW to determine the correct locations and attributes for each feature
- Making corrections to previously mapped ROW
Skills on Resume:
- Data Collection (Hard Skills)
- Mapping Products (Hard Skills)
- Data Processing (Hard Skills)
- GIS Layers (Hard Skills)
- Data Transfer (Hard Skills)
- GIS Technologies (Hard Skills)
- Feature Creation (Hard Skills)
- Document Examination (Soft Skills)
3. GIS Technician, Evergreen Mapping Services, Salem, OR
Job Summary:
- Maintain geo-database information and manipulate/convert ArcGIS data files.
- Oversee and provide support for GPS hand-held computers and lasers.
- Perform spatial analyses and reporting.
- Create professional maps and ad-hoc reports for public meetings.
- Assist non-GIS users with GIS needs on a daily basis.
- Assist management with planning and performing analytical work functions.
- Attend departmental staff meetings and Generate exhibits
- Attend meetings with coordinating departments, vendors and agencies.
- Attend seminars, conference workshops, re-certification or other training programs.
- Assist with department or District projects
- Compose, type, edit letters, memos, reports and other documents
Skills on Resume:
- Geo-database Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- GPS Support (Hard Skills)
- Spatial Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Map Creation (Hard Skills)
- GIS Assistance (Soft Skills)
- Analytical Support (Soft Skills)
- Exhibit Generation (Hard Skills)
- Document Preparation (Soft Skills)
4. GIS Technician, Precision Surveying Inc., Boise, ID
Job Summary:
- Assists with the acquisition, development, implementation, and maintenance of geographic information and spatial data sets which include the collection, maintenance, display of the campus base maps, land use management maps
- Utilities distribution and infrastructure maps and inventory databases and other GIS-related spatial databases within a comprehensive GIS and web front end and/or user interface.
- Assists with the ongoing support of the development, organization, implementation, and maintenance of web-based GIS solutions that enhance institutional decision making and offers information and maps required by the University community.
- Provides specific drawings, exhibits, and/or maps for Board of Regents projects, lease, or land issue exhibits and reports, Campus Planning and Development master plans and project programming reports
- Design Information Requests for Design and Construction of internal or external capital projects and other Facilities Management and University departmental requests.
- Provides technical support for the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) suite of desktop and mobile software applications and procedures to Facilities Management and other University departments.
- Assists the Utility and Mapping Coordinator in the field collection/surveying, storage, management, input, and quality assurance verification of digital data (spatial and attributes) pertaining to facilities and infrastructure such as underground utilities, equipment, civil/site hardscape, and topographic features in support of the Geographic Information System (GIS) and digital models.
- Undertaking GIS mapping, cartography, data capture, data management and geoprocessing.
- Georeferencing scanned maps and digitising GIS features.
- Extraction and formatting of AutoCAD data into GIS formats.
Skills on Resume:
- GIS Acquisition (Hard Skills)
- Web-based GIS (Hard Skills)
- Drawing Exhibits (Hard Skills)
- Design Information (Hard Skills)
- ESRI Support (Hard Skills)
- Field Collection (Hard Skills)
- GIS Mapping (Hard Skills)
- AutoCAD Extraction (Hard Skills)
5. GIS Technician, Greenfield Consulting, Madison, WI
Job Summary:
- Hold a high level of IT competency, experience with all Microsoft Office packages and if possible, the use of complex SQL databases and spreadsheets
- Understand GIS application development and management
- Grasp spatial analysis and report generation
- Provide training on the use of GIS-related software, applications and documents
- Prepare maps, reports, and other relevant information for stakeholders
- Maintain current knowledge of trends and developments in the geographic information systems field for application to responsibilities under charge
- Preparing maps and figures for reports using ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
- Working with the UK EP GIS team to deliver GIS deliverables to tight deadlines.
- Editing terrain to within project specification standards
- Feature data attribution and analysis
- Review of maps and other ancillary sources to add data value
Skills on Resume:
- IT Competency (Hard Skills)
- GIS Management (Hard Skills)
- Spatial Analysis (Hard Skills)
- GIS Training (Soft Skills)
- Map Preparation (Hard Skills)
- GIS Trends (Hard Skills)
- ArcGIS Editing (Hard Skills)
- Data Attribution (Hard Skills)
6. GIS Technician, Skyline Mapping Solutions, Denver, CO
Job Summary:
- Collect, develop, and maintain data from various sources and input into the GIS database
- Performs GIS analysis, queries, searches, and data manipulation
- Perform location changes and route designs in GIS database
- Utilize field survey items to resolve conflicting information and ensure the accuracy of data
- Incorporate maps, charts, data files, spreadsheet data, and text into appropriate reports
- Prepare and present critical GIS updates and reports to management
- Maintain quality standards per customer specifications and Company expectations
- Coordinate and collaborate with the project team members on the progress of production
- Completion of all project forms, spreadsheets and checklists
- Attend training and/or meetings relating to job requirements
Skills on Resume:
- Data Collection (Hard Skills)
- GIS Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Route Design (Hard Skills)
- Survey Resolution (Hard Skills)
- Report Preparation (Hard Skills)
- GIS Presentation (Soft Skills)
- Quality Standards (Hard Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
7. GIS Technician, Sequoia Geomatics, Bakersfield, CA
Job Summary:
- Review/interpret various data sources to create or verify GIS data accuracy and completeness.
- Run basic geoprocessing tools to detect and correct missing or inaccurate data.
- Complete assigned GIS projects involving production of maps, shapefiles, feature classes, graphics, tables and reports.
- Georeference paper maps or CAD drawings to assist in visual validation or digitizing.
- Digitize features from pdf maps or aerial imagery and enter attribute information.
- Enter and perform quality control checks on field data (forms, photos, video & database) for assigned projects.
- Convert spatial data between coordinate systems and compile maps with appropriate coordinate systems for measurement or presentation.
- Assist with the compilation of data and quantities for invoicing.
- Provide accurate and thorough data entry for inspection records.
- Maintain accurate, legible and organized records of work completed.
- Serve as a technical resource to office staff and train or assist others
Skills on Resume:
- Data Review (Hard Skills)
- Geoprocessing Tools (Hard Skills)
- GIS Projects (Hard Skills)
- Map Georeferencing (Hard Skills)
- Feature Digitization (Hard Skills)
- Quality Control (Hard Skills)
- Spatial Data Conversion (Hard Skills)
- Technical Support (Soft Skills)
8. GIS Technician, Highpoint Mapping, Spokane, WA
Job Summary:
- Carry out asset surveys and spatial inventory updates
- Represent the company at meetings and to ensure TKJV is compliant.
- Undertake work on foot, using public transport
- Must carry out lone working risk assessment before surveying on site
- Ensure best use of company resources in meeting contractual requirements
- Actively promote health & safety in the workplace, setting a good example for other employees and ensure awareness
- Review completed work of other GIS staff for accuracy and proper use of standards.
- Beginning database design using templates and organizing components necessary for project kick-off.
- Participates in developing and implementing processes and standards.
- Basic development and utilization of Model Builder or Python scripts to assist workflows.
- Set up and train other staff in the use of GPS hardware and best practices.
- Create and maintain data relationships, related tables, and parent/child data structure.
Skills on Resume:
- Asset Surveys (Hard Skills)
- Compliance Representation (Soft Skills)
- Lone Working (Soft Skills)
- Resource Management (Hard Skills)
- Health and Safety (Soft Skills)
- Work Review (Hard Skills)
- Database Design (Hard Skills)
- Model Builder (Hard Skills)
9. GIS Technician, Atlas Engineering, Baton Rouge, LA
Job Summary:
- Research, compile, enter, and edit spatial data and associated non-spatial attribute information from legal plans, orthoimagery, engineering drawings and related documentation
- Participate in integrating various databases and information files in GIS format
- Update and reconcile data, amend data dictionaries, and prepare and revise maps for a variety of projects
- Follow documented procedures, as well as think independently
- Possesses sound knowledge of GIS principles and a strong attention to detail
- Research, compile, enter, analyze and assemble data and establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Participates in training for the continuation of both air quality and GIS programs
- Provides GIS/GPS education to others.
- Provides mapping data and assistance to other departments and community members.
- Create maps from source data such as survey notes, aerial photography, satellite data, other topographical features, political boundaries and other features.
Skills on Resume:
- Spatial Data (Hard Skills)
- Database Integration (Hard Skills)
- Data Reconciliation (Hard Skills)
- Independent Thinking (Soft Skills)
- GIS Knowledge (Hard Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- GIS Education (Soft Skills)
- Map Creation (Hard Skills)
10. GIS Technician, Horizon Spatial Systems, Raleigh, NC
Job Summary:
- Produce and update cartographic products and navigational diagrams
- Create and maintain geospatial datasets and databases
- Create custom Basemaps and symbology
- Digitise nautical information from background raster maps, called ENCs (Electronic Navigational Charts), which are licensed from Hydrographic Offices (S-57, S-100)
- Translate and/or import GIS-compatible data maintaining the integrity of the original source
- Maintain the Maritime Chart Service component of Esri ArcGIS Enterprise
- Manage the official IHO S-63 & S-57 ENC update schedules within the Maritime Chart Service
- Create Web Map Services for use in ArcGIS Desktop and Witherbys ArcGIS Portal
- Follow and improve workflow processes and maintain project-related documentation
- Provide advice and support to other projects and occasionally send corrections to Hydrographic Offices
Skills on Resume:
- Cartographic Production (Hard Skills)
- Geospatial Datasets (Hard Skills)
- Custom Basemaps (Hard Skills)
- Nautical Digitization (Hard Skills)
- Data Translation (Hard Skills)
- Maritime Charting (Hard Skills)
- Web Map Services (Hard Skills)
- Workflow Improvement (Soft Skills)
11. GIS Technician, Meridian Mapping, Tucson, AZ
Job Summary:
- Control the management system of forest maps, aerial photos and digital data using the GIS system.
- Act as technical support to other GIS users.
- Collaborate in the realization of various forest inventories directly related to the forest management planning files.
- Ensure that the information is kept up to date, particularly by integrating GPS data and data collected during the various inventories.
- Support the division's team of foresters in carrying out forestry operations, silviculture and planning activities.
- Produce analyses and maps concerning the strategic file surrounding the Woodland Caribou Habitat Management Plan
- Participate in the preparation of maps and documents required to maintain forest certification
- Collaborate on research projects with research organizations and the MFFP
- Ensure the implementation of an adequate server for the GIS users, allowing the storage of forestry data and information of the GIS system, according to the evolution of computer technology for computer data servers and according to the procedures of the company
- Produce thematic maps and analyses for certain strategic files and mandates supervised by the Chief Forester
Skills on Resume:
- Forest Mapping (Hard Skills)
- GIS Support (Soft Skills)
- Forest Inventory (Hard Skills)
- Data Integration (Hard Skills)
- Forestry Operations (Hard Skills)
- Habitat Management (Hard Skills)
- Map Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Server Management (Hard Skills)
12. GIS Technician, Valley GIS Services, Salt Lake City, UT
Job Summary:
- Coordinate grant activities and complete reporting requirements under the Clean Water Act Section 319, General Assistance Program, and Wetland Program Development Grant.
- Assist with the development of new proposals for federal funding.
- Develop and conduct outreach and environmental education activities for target populations.
- Coordinate regularly with state, federal, and local agencies in the performance of duties.
- Develop technical documents, including Quality Assurance Project Plans, Assessment and Monitoring plans, and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Plan and coordinate watershed restoration projects.
- Represent the Tribe in regional and/or national Tribal environmental work groups.
- Perform field tests to monitor water quality and biological habitat.
- Collect samples of soil, water, and other materials for testing.
- Assist with corrective plan development to improve the environment.
- Organizes, develops and maintains the GIS program for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation.
Skills on Resume:
- Grant Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Proposal Development (Hard Skills)
- Environmental Education (Soft Skills)
- Agency Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Technical Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Watershed Restoration (Hard Skills)
- Environmental Representation (Soft Skills)
- Field Testing (Hard Skills)
13. GIS Technician, Pathway Geospatial, Montgomery, AL
Job Summary:
- Verify GIS deliverables for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
- Produce, edit, analyze and model more complex, non-typical or special project data as requested.
- Coordinate, train and mentor aff in the operation of the GIS and internal processes and procedures.
- Provide technical guidance and QA/QC checking
- Review and provide input on new applications and processes, including development of GIS processes and procedures.
- Document and maintain the Graphics operating and training manuals.
- Assign, track, and review projects within the Graphics group in liaison with the Supervisor.
- Respond to inquiries and provide information
- Ensured graphics system file standards/conventions are adhered to and make recommendations for changes
- Act as a liaison between the graphics staff and various internal groups, documenting and forwarding operating issues and suggestions for enhancements.
- Act as the liaison to represent Graphics with Operational and Technical Support teams.
- Act as a representative of ATCO Natural Gas Graphics to third parties
Skills on Resume:
- GIS Verification (Hard Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- GIS Training (Soft Skills)
- Technical Guidance (Soft Skills)
- Process Development (Hard Skills)
- Manual Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Project Tracking (Hard Skills)
- System Liaison (Soft Skills)
14. GIS Technician, Landview Technologies, Montgomery, OH
Job Summary:
- Create and edit pavement condition assessment route GIS maps for the field crew to follow.
- Create and edit forms in Survey 123 and ArcGIS Collector mobile apps and applications.
- Assist with report writing and conduct literature reviews.
- Assist Project Managers with data analysis, Quality Control/Assurance of pavement performance data.
- Organize and manage field and spatial data to ensure quality and consistency.
- Analyze pavement investigation information, pavement performance data, material sampling, and climatic data.
- Kept detailed project records and was responsible for organizing work in the office and field.
- Collaborate with developers from other team and fellow GIS team members to design, build, and deliver new functionality in G/Technology.
- Develop deployment and implementation design of G/Technology and other GIS products of Intergraph.
- Write procedures, methods, workflow documentation and define standard operating procedures.
- Design and develop automated test cases and quality assurance processes
- Plan, execute, and certify software releases
- Troubleshoot and triage customer issues.
Skills on Resume:
- GIS Mapping (Hard Skills)
- Survey Editing (Hard Skills)
- Report Writing (Soft Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Data Management (Hard Skills)
- Performance Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Project Organization (Soft Skills)
- Software Development (Hard Skills)