GIS Specialist

Garland, Texas

City of Garland
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Summary

Responsible for ensuring the quality of the geo-spatial data in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Distribution\Transmission Inventory Management SQL Database. Also, responsible for organizing and maintaining GIS electric database connectivity models in support of GP&L business procedures, mapping and field inventory activities.

Pay Range: $ 26.04 - 33.29 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned .
  • Assist with the integrity and maintenance of the GIS SQL Database by ensuring accurate geometric connectivity, asset attribute data, as well as installing and retiring assets in GIS software.
  • Edit and update the Electric Department's geographic information system by processing WFM work packets, engineering packets, transmission packets and ad hoc data updates.
  • Assist in maintaining Electric Department GIS ArcFM electrical geometric network model environment.
  • Ensure geometric network is functional, intact & proper QAQC standards.
  • Assist in creating, updating & maintaining GIS department's catalog of digital and paper copy maps produced in various formats
  • Assist with GIS file record maintenance and archival procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Current enrollment in GIS Program 2 years of work experience in office environment
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:
  • Associate's degree
  • GIS Certification
  • 6 months to 1 year experience in related field
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Create, edit, and maintain GIS data. Includes data collection, input, processing and linkages to various departments
  • Exposure to and working with geospatial database environments Working knowledge of core ArcGIS desktop software
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS online environment
  • Working knowledge of ArcFM software
  • Working knowledge of electric geometric networks
  • Working knowledge of best practices for GPS'ing
  • Working knowledge of map and design projections
  • General knowledge of construction standards, practices and procedures
  • Knowledge\Exposure to Electrical Theory & Principles
  • Proficient communication skill verbally and in writing
  • Proficient skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
  • Working knowledge of large format plotters and scanners
Licenses and Certifications
  • Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Date Posted: 15 March 2025
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