GIS Analyst (GIS & Land Surveying Support)

Frontier Precision
  • Arvada, Colorado
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking a GIS Analyst to provide technical support, data services, and consulting for customers using Esri GIS software, MGIS GNSS hardware, and land surveying technologies. This role bridges GIS and land surveying, assisting customers with high-accuracy GNSS workflows, CAD-GIS integration, and mobile field data collection.

    The ideal candidate has experience in GIS, GPS/GNSS, land surveying, and geospatial data analysis. You will support customers through technical assistance, training, data processing, and workflow optimization, working with professionals in surveying, engineering, utilities, and asset management.


    Key Responsibilities

    1. Customer Support & Technical Assistance

    • Provide technical support for Esri GIS software, Geospatial GNSS hardware, and related surveying technologies.
    • Assist customers with troubleshooting Mapping/Survey workflows, coordinate system issues, and data integration challenges.
    • Guide users on setting up RTK, PPK, and post-processed GNSS workflows for accurate field data collection.
    • Support Surveyors and Mapping professionals with high-accuracy mobile data collection using ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, and QuickCapture.

    2. GIS & Survey Data Management

    • Process and analyze survey-grade GNSS data, point clouds, and geospatial datasets.
    • Assist with datum transformations, coordinate system conversions, and georeferencing of survey data.
    • Support customers in building and maintaining geodatabases for land records, utilities, and infrastructure projects.

    3. Field Data Collection & Mobile GIS

    • Train customers on mobile GIS workflows with GNSS receivers, drones, and survey equipment.
    • Configure high-accuracy GNSS receivers and total stations for use with Esri software.
    • Assist with survey control point setup and accuracy assessments for GIS applications.

    4. CAD & GIS Integration

    • Help customers convert, import, and export GIS and CAD data between ArcGIS Pro, Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Bentley MicroStation.
    • Work with surveyors and engineers to integrate GIS and CAD for land management, utilities, and construction projects.
    • Develop and optimize workflows for surveying firms transitioning to GIS-based asset management.

    5. UAV (Drone) & LiDAR Data Processing

    • Support customers in collecting and processing UAV-based survey data for topographic mapping and asset management.
    • Assist with LiDAR point cloud processing and analysis for terrain modeling, volumetric calculations, and site planning.
    • Work with drone pilots to integrate aerial data into GIS and CAD environments.

    6. Training & Workshops

    • Develop and deliver training programs on GIS, GNSS, and mobile data collection.
    • Conduct workshops for surveyors, engineers, and GIS professionals on high-accuracy workflows.
    • Create instructional content, including training guides, webinars, and technical documentation.

    7. Business Development & Customer Engagement

    • Support sales teams by providing technical expertise and pre-sales demonstrations of GIS and GNSS solutions.
    • Assist in the development of custom GIS solutions for surveying, engineering, and utility clients.
    • Attend industry conferences and events to stay up to date with GIS, GNSS, and land surveying trends.


    Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Surveying, Geomatics, Geography, Engineering, or a related field.
    • 2+ years of experience in GIS, land surveying, or geospatial data processing.
    • Proficiency in Esri software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Survey123, QuickCapture and StoryMapping).
    • Experience with GNSS/GPS technology, RTK workflows, and high-accuracy field data collection.


    Benefits

    ·       Dental insurance

    ·       Employee stock ownership plan

    ·       Health insurance

    ·       Paid time off

    ·       Retirement plan

    ·       Vision insurance



    Numbers & Facts

    LocationArvada, Colorado
    Websitewww.frontierprecision.com/careers

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • ArcGISunmatched
    • Asset Managementunmatched
    • AutoCADunmatched
    • Bentley MicroStationunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Cloud Computingunmatched
    • Conferencesunmatched
    • Construction Projectsunmatched
    • Consultingunmatched
    • Content Developmentunmatched
    • Customer Conversionunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Customer Trainingunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Data Collectionunmatched
    • Data Managementunmatched
    • Data Mappingunmatched
    • Data Processingunmatched
    • Data Setsunmatched
    • ESRIunmatched
    • Field Mappingunmatched
    • GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
    • Geographic Information System Softwareunmatched
    • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)unmatched
    • Geographyunmatched
    • Geomaticsunmatched
    • Geospatial Analysisunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Import/Exportunmatched
    • Land Surveyingunmatched
    • Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR)unmatched
    • Pre-Salesunmatched
    • Receiversunmatched
    • Retirement Planunmatched
    • Sales Demonstrationunmatched
    • Sales Supportunmatched
    • Software Administrationunmatched
    • Spatial Dataunmatched
    • Surveyingunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Topographyunmatched
    • Training Program Developmentunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)unmatched
    • Webinarunmatched

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