Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Mapping Technician

Job Duties

 

 

  1. Conduct field surveys and serve as the primary data acquisition technician using a combination of GPS, digital imagery, computer, and existing information to develop and maintain GIS capabilities in the City.
  2. Conduct mapping research, in the field and in the office, to resolve conflicting information and ensure the accuracy of the data.
  3. Operate computer workstation to create and update maps using GIS software as new data is received relative to new subdivisions, developments, capital improvement projects, zoning requirements, and other projects; prepare and present output such as graphs, statistics or reports.
  4. Compile, analyze and organize information using industry specific (such as water and wastewater or planning and zoning) symbolism and terminology, and  global data positioning and data manipulation procedures for geographic information systems.
  5. Read, interpret and use zoning maps, quarter-section maps, plat maps, land use maps, single line maps, and aerial maps.
  6. Answer questions and provide general GIS information to other City departments and staff.
  7. Other duties as assigned.

 

 

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications require an Associate's degree or equivalent course work at a technical or vocational school, in geographic information systems, geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, computer science, or a related field, or two years of experience working with geographic information systems. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license and residential telephone service.

 

Physical Qualifications

Position requires travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces when performing survey work or conducting field inspections.  Position, at times, will be physically demanding and Technician must be able to lift manhole covers in remote access areas (sewer outfall lines).  When in the office, work will require entering data into a PC, or other keyboard device using continuous or repetitive arm-hand-eye movement as well as remain in a sitting position for extended periods of time.