Fiber Optics Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Specialist
Diverse Power is seeking a FULL-TIME Fiber Optics Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Specialist (LaGrange, GA)
The application deadline is Monday, February 22, 2021.
Status: Full-time, Hourly – Non-Exempt
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday (some irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays)
Benefits: Competitive Salary and benefits including an aggressive 401K plan
Job Grade: 7
Department: Communications Plant
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Provides support for cooperative fiber optics system and occasional support of the cooperative electrical distribution system by gathering, analyzing, and integrating accurate distribution system maps.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
(a) Creates and maintains maps using GIS software.
(b) Post completed work orders as part of ongoing updating and maintaining system databases.
(c) Compile geographic data from a variety of sources and integrate into the GIS as needed.
(d) Enter new map data by direct input or from other sources of GIS information.
(e) Operate and maintain GIS system hardware, software, and plotter along with other supply inventory.
(f) Prepare, archive, add, or remove drawings and maps in printed or electronic form.
(g) Prepares drawings of right-of-way sketches, railroad crossing applications, highway right-of-way permit applications and plats of cooperative properties using AutoCAD or similar applications.
(h) Stay up to date on rules, laws, and requirements associated with the aforementioned permit applications.
Education and Experience:
(a) A.A. or B.A. in geomatics, environmental science, geography, or a related field is preferred. Any directly related experience may be substituted for a portion the entire education requirement.
2 Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
(a) Office position with potential for some fieldwork. Irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
(b) After an offer of employment has been made, a physical examination is required including drug testing.
reports to: Vice President of Communications Plant