Associate Technician - GIS

An intermediate-level position responsible for GIS data maintenance tasks including scanning, geo-referencing, digitizing, attribution and comprehensive field audit. Works in GIS/CAD Document management and database applications which model utility distribution systems. Requires understanding of functional business processes as they relate to design, construction and operations and working understanding of data attributes that support these business processes. Performs and manages QA/QC processes. ## Essential Functions - Updates and maintains land base, distribution facilities in company's Geographic Database and ensures data integrity. - Interprets and implements data from as-built, job construction sketches, work management and/or subdivision plats into standard company symbology utilizing ArcFM, CAD, and Mobile GIS. - Coordinates with various departments to resolve field changes and/or field-to-map discrepancies. - Validates topology of land, distribution, parent/child associations, connectivity, snapping, missing features or objects, and missing attributes required for the proper functioning of tracing functionality. - Analyzes and interprets spatial data including but not limited to ortho-aerial imagery to ensure data integrity. - Conducts field audit and Mobile GIS data collection to validate as-built distribution configuration. - Performs business software testing and training of GIS applications as needed. - Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance on all data entered into GIS Database for data integrity. - Provides technical guidance and direction to less experienced technicians. ## Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications - Good computer skills and proficiency working in various GIS/CAD software applications such as Smallworld, AutoCad/Microstation and ESRI. - Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer relations skills. - Ability to address multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to handle changing and emerging priorities. Knowledge of utility distribution systems. - Ability to read and interpret Road/Development site plans, as well as mapping coordinates and symbols. - Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products and/or iOS. - Good analytical skills, ability to quantify data, and make sound decisions. - Ability to organize, plan and work efficiently within a highly technical environment. ## Education - Associate degree in GIS, Surveying, Cartography or related field or equivalent experience. ## Experience - Zero (0) to three (3) years of utility distribution experience in the GIS and CAD fields. ## Licenses & Certifications - Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. ## Working Conditions - Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. - Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. ## Competencies - Build trusting relationships - Manage and develop people - Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration - Lead change - Communicate strategic vision - Create an engaged workforce - Focus on the customer - Take ownership & accountability ## Compensation and Benefits Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is $64,700.00-$71,890.00. ## Emergency Response Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.