GIS Technician I/II
Glendive, MT 
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Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day to day work routine for self and others. Responsible for interpreting, analyzing, and basic level maintenance of assigned geodatabases through use of a geographic information system (GIS), computer aided design (CAD) or other software. Updates, expands and maintains existing system maps and records at an entry level. Assists in developing detailed construction drawings for electric and/or natural gas construction projects. This position focuses on data entry responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

GIS Technician I: ($23.13 - $28.92)

  • A working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD, geographic analysis, drafting and design principles and practices at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in GIS, CAD design, geography, or equivalent experience.

GIS Technician II: ($25.91 - $32.38)

  • A working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD, geographic analysis, drafting, and design principles and practices at a level normally acquired through a four-year degree in GIS, CAD design, geography, or equivalent experience; and
  • Two years related GIS experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyber-attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
  • Position may require travel within service territory.
  • May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICIATIONS:
  • Industry related GIS or CAD technical experience with mapping, property descriptions and land plats, landbase and surveying practices.
  • Experience in ESRI ArcGIS applications.
  • Experience with natural gas and/or electric systems and operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Creates and maintains the assigned land geodatabase using GIS, CAD and other software. Ensures the accuracy of the land geodatabase by making necessary corrections including the use of real-world data such as latitude/longitude or GPS point-data.
  • Interprets source documents, such as engineering plans, plat maps, legal descriptions, construction work orders, and service orders for incorporation into the GIS System.
  • Downloads, converts and uploads GIS data available from various internal and external sources, such as operational as-built, landbase resources and detailed maps of electric or natural gas transmission and distribution facilities, to integrate into the Enterprise GIS system.
  • Prepares maps, exhibits, alignment sheets, and drawings of gas and/or electric distribution systems or gas transmission systems.
  • Maintains manual and digital file systems of aerial photographs, final plats, site plans, and project files.
  • Assists GIS Analysts in preparation of requested electric and/or gas transmission and distribution facility recaps and reports.
  • Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

MDU Resources Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

 

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Job Summary
Company
WBI Energy, Inc
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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