GIS Engineering Technician

Job Description:

The GIS Technician will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of GIS data and maps for the water/ waste water infrastructure, as well as respond to requests for custom maps and/or reports. This position is located in San Jose, CA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Reviews and interprets data sources and uses standard ESRI ArcGIS software functions to enter, edit and update GIS spatial data, including points, lines, and polygons, and attribute data into databases or layers, following standard procedures

- Researches source documents such as as-built drawings, legal descriptions, and other records to verify the accuracy and completeness of data prior to input; uses or develops scripts and queries to search for and correct missing, incomplete, or inaccurate spatial and attribute data

- Follows established standards and procedures, enters parameters and generates standard GIS products including maps, graphics, tables, and reports

- Performs quality-control checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of spatial data

- Operates GIS-specific hardware including large format plotters and scanners

- Collects field data using a GPS or other equipment as needed

- Provides technical assistance and training support to customers using GIS software and products

- Serves as a technical resource to other staff and may provide lead work direction, guidance, and training

- Develops and applies GIS analytical methodologies and assess the appropriateness of GIS applications for specific projects

- Manages tasks with competing deadlines

- Participates in the Company’s Continuous Improvement process and projects

- Performs other similar duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geographic information systems, GIS Science, or geography

- One (1) year of full-time experience in the use and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing, and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases

- Experience using ESRI platform is preferred

- Geographic Information Systems Certificate is preferred

- Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) Certification

- ESRI Technical Certifications

- Valid California Driver License

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Proficient in the use of the following software programs:

- ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop with extensions

- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

- Experience working with ArcGIS linear networks, versioning, and replication

- Knowledge of cartographic principles

- Work effectively with all levels of employees and management

- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

- Maintain effective working relationships with other departments, supervisor, and employees

- Commitment to excellent customer service

- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Salary Range: $44.14 - $59.55

Deadline to submit resume is Monday, January 12, 2026.

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawai'i Water Service, New Mexico Water Service, Texas Water Service, and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.