GIS Field Technician
Core
Collect GPS positions, photos, and attribute data for electric and telecommunications utility assets in the field.
Role type
Field data collection technician
Builds
Utility infrastructure datasets for electrical and telecommunications companies
Domain
Utilities / Telecommunications / Geospatial
Required skills
GPS data collection, field data management, map interpretation, equipment maintenance, vehicle maintenance, physical endurance, client communication
Preferred skills
ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation, data conversion
Technologies
ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation
Responsibilities
Collect GPS positions, photos, and attribute data for utility assets; manage data files to ensure integrity and security; interpret map information to plan surveying approaches; maintain field equipment and company vehicle; engage property owners regarding data collection tasks; meet quality control standards.
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on field worker