GIS Technician

Summary

Job Description

Working under general supervision, the GIS Technician is responsible for the development, maintenance and accuracy of Geographic Information System (GIS) maps and data. This position provides GIS support for all departments.

Reporting Relationships

Representative Duties

Relationships

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Internal

+ Manager, CAD/GIS Services: Reports to, seeks direction from, provides assistance and feedback to, and exchanges information with. + CAD/GIS personnel: Receives direction from, works and exchanges information with, provides assistance and feedback to. + All other personnel: Provides information and assistance to, works and exchanges information with, provides assistance and feedback to.

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External

+ Consultants: With concurrence from the department manager, provides assistance to, exchanges information with, and sends/receives work requests to/from representatives from external firms. + Other utilities and agencies: With concurrence from the department manager, provides assistance to and exchanges information with. + Plotter and Software Vendors: Corresponds with to resolve problems and gain assistance.

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of twenty (20) total college semester credit hours in GIS/geomatics, CAD, remote sensing, photogrammetry, computer science, natural science, surveying technology, engineering, urban planning, cartography, geography, or related field are required. Minimum of nine (9) credit hours is required in GIS. Degree or GIS Certification preferred.

Experience

Four (4) years of work experience where GIS is a major responsibility is required.

Education/Experience Substitution

Additional work experience where GIS is a major responsibility above the required four (4) years may be substituted for the required education; likewise, additional education in GIS or related field as described above may be substituted for up to two (2) years required work experience. For these purposes, one (1) year of experience is equivalent to six(6) college semester credit hours of education.

Knowledge/Ski!ls/Abilities

Working Conditions

Work will be performed in a standard office environment with regularly scheduled working hours. May require lifting of up to 30 pounds on occasion. Occasional travel may be required. Overtime may be required.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's Corporate Vision

Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's Corporate Mission

We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's Corporate Values

Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.

Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Benefits

Health Benefits (Available through IBEW with the Alaska Electrical Trust Fund)

For more information, you can contact the IBEW Hall at 907-272-6571 or visit www.aetf.com

Financial Security

Life Insurance Benefits

Work, Life, Health