Gis Technician (Richmond)

Overview

Collect and analyze field GIS data for utilities, creating maps and supporting design.

Key Responsibilities

• gis collection
• data compilation
• map entry
• digital measuring
• spatial analysis
• design input

Tasks

-Collect field data using proprietary software to update utilities GIS and make design determinations. -Compile geographic data from sources like censuses, field observation, satellite imagery, and aerial photographs. -Enter new map data using cartography principles including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales. -Make informed in-field design suggestions based on collected data. -Work as a member of the Pole Transfer/Joint Use Make Ready Team for in-field GIS data collection. -Manage equipment effectively and remain in varying field conditions for multiple hours each day. -Use telescoping hasting sticks and digital measuring technologies to measure joint use attachment heights and utility-owned distribution lines. -Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.

Requirements

• arcgis
• cad
• arcmap
• cartography
• data collection
• driver's license

What You Bring

-Proficiency in GIS software, specifically Esri's ArcGIS suite. -General computer skills. -Previous outdoor field experience, such as internships or academic projects. -Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain a rental car. -Experience with CAD design software. -Understanding of cartography principles. -Familiarity with ArcMap and engineering technology. -Experience with in-field data collection.

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Benefits

-Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) -Health Spending Account (HSA) -Transportation benefits -Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital -Medical, dental & vision -Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) -Short and long-term disability -401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available -Employee Assistance Program

About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

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