AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Construction, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Mapping, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Utility, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Maintenance - Electrical, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Office Equipment, Operations Planning, Reporting Skills, Safety Standards, Spatial Data, Team Player, Technical Writing, Willing to Travel
GIS Technician 2-Year Contract | South Plainfield, NJ | On-site
Pay Rate: $30/hr W2 no benefits
Our client is a leading utilities provider dedicated to maintaining reliable electric distribution systems. This GIS Technician role focuses on supporting the accuracy and integrity of geospatial data used in the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric utility infrastructure.
GIS Technician Responsibilities
- Maintain and update the GIS-connected model using data from work orders, as-built drawings, and field reports
- Perform data analysis and generate reports, maps, and visualizations for operational and planning needs
- Produce standard and custom map outputs for field teams and internal stakeholders
- Manage service point data and relationships to source transformers within the GIS system
- Track lifecycle data for utility assets, including inspections, history, and attachments
- Resolve discrepancies in mapping, connectivity, and land records through office or field investigation
- Support major projects such as facility relocations, load rearrangements, and new service installations
- Perform manual and computer-aided drafting (GIS/CAD) and maintain accurate documentation
- Operate office equipment and assist with field or plant work as needed (approx. 5 10% fieldwork)
GIS Technician Qualifications
Required:
- 1 2 years of GIS experience (academic, internship, or professional)
- Strong understanding of GIS applications, spatial data relationships, and mapping principles
- Proficiency in MS Office and Windows-based tools
- Valid driver s license and ability to travel to various New Jersey work sites
Preferred:
- Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD
- Exposure to electric utility transmission and distribution systems
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, safety standards, and operational documentation
This GIS Technician opportunity is ideal for early-career professionals or recent graduates with GIS experience looking to grow within the utilities industry. The GIS Technician will gain hands-on experience working with electric system data and enterprise GIS tools in a structured, team-oriented environment.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
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Crossfire Consulting Corporation