GIS Technician

GIS Technician

Salary

$27.38 - $34.96 Hourly

Location

Lincoln, NE

Job Type

Full time/probationary or status

Job Number

202600360

Department

Information Services

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

7/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Posting Information

Join the team that's building Lincoln's broadband future. We're looking for a hands-on GIS Technician who loves both fieldwork and data accuracy. If you enjoy mapping real-world infrastructure, solving data puzzles, and improving workflows, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Collect broadband asset data in the field using GPS/GNSS and mobile GIS tools.
• Edit and maintain GIS datasets for conduit, fiber, pull boxes, splice cases, and more.
• Perform QA/QC on field data, as-builts, and contractor submissions.
• Support broadband construction with redlines, ticket updates, and routine data intake.
• Spot opportunities to improve data standards and workflows.
• Collaborate with staff, contractors, and partner agencies.

What You Bring

• Knowledge of GIS basics and spatial data.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, and Field Maps.
• Ability to read as-builts, construction drawings, and utility layouts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to resolve data discrepancies.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently and safely.

Preferred Background

• Coursework or experience in GIS, geography, surveying, drafting, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience with GPS/GNSS and mobile data collection.
• Familiarity with telecom, fiber, or underground utility plans.
• Experience with QA/QC or asset data workflows.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree in geographic information systems, computer science, engineering, geography or related field and two years of experience working with computer software, hardware and operations systems related to geographic information systems; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.

Necessary Special Requirements

Certificate in Geographic Information Systems or equivalent.

We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:

• Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.
• We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 11 days of vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave annually that you begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience days.
• All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!
• 30 days of Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.
• Up to 4 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave
• $70,000 of Life Insurance
• $1,250 of Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(a) Retirement Plan. If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9%
• Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.
• Optional benefits include:
• Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Allstate Voluntary Plans
• Supplemental Term Life
• Deferred Compensation Plans

01

1. CONFIDENTIALITY DISCLOSURE AND APPLICATION COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: This application process hand scores all application materials against screening criteria that have been established by the employer. a. I understand that if I have not completely and fully answered all application questions and/or supplemental questions with details, my application may not be accurately evaluated. b. Further, I understand that merely referring to my resume (e.g. "see resume" in lieu of providing detailed responses) is not sufficient for purposes of ensuring accurate application evaluation. c. 3. All the employers, work and volunteer experience, and education described in the following Supplemental Questions must also be listed on the application.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a college degree with major coursework in any of the following? (check all that apply)

• Computer Science
• Planning
• Geography
• GIS
• Related field
• None

03

If checking related field, please specify the field.

04

What is your highest degree earned in the field of study specified in question number 2?

• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• None

05

Do you have experience working with computer software, hardware, or operating systems related to geographic information systems (GIS)?

• No experience
• Yes, less than 2 years experience
• Yes, 2 to 4 years experience
• Yes, 4 to 6 years experience
• Yes, more than 6 years experience

06

Please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A

07

Do you have work experience with ESRI Desktop GIS Software?

• Yes
• No

08

If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A.

09

Do you have extensive work experience with ESRI ArcGIS Online/Portal GIS Software?

• Yes
• No

10

If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A.

11

Indicate if you have training, coursework or experience in the following (check all that apply):

• Spatial analysis
• MS SQL
• ESRI ArcGIS Pro Software
• Python
• GPS/GNSS
• Asset Management Software
• Fiber Optic Splice Diagrams
• None

12

Please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A

13

Indicate if you have work experience with the following: (check all that apply)

• Fiber optic conduit, cables, and equipment
• Multi-tenant conduit systems
• Understanding load and design of fiber optic systems
• Editing assets in a fiber management system
• No experience

14

Please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A.

15

15. Do you have experience working with complex construction plans and/o as-built record drawings?

• Yes
• No

16

Please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A.

17

Do you have work experience working with versioned ESRI GIS Geodatabases in an enterprise setting?

• Yes
• No

18

If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A.

19

Do you have any telecommunications and/or fiber infrastructure related GIS experience?

• Yes
• No

20

If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience and describe examples of your work experience at each employer. If no, enter N/A.

Required Question

Employer City of Lincoln/Lancaster County

Address 555 South 10th Street, Room 302

Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508

Phone (402) 441-7597

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lincolnne/default.cfm