Geographic Information System Technician I

OAC EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING DATES POSTED: 08/21 – 09/10/2026 Job Title Geographic Information System Technician I Entry Wage $26.77 Division Infrastructure Integrity Standard Wage $33.46 Schedule Full-Time Shift Mon-Fri; 1st Shift Reports To Supervisor, Geographic Information Systems Technician Job Code 10010500 Position Summary Under direct supervision, the GIS Technician I will enter record information from gas and water projects into the District's Geographic Information System (GIS) and train in the duties of a GIS Technician II. Upon successfully completing all training and proficiencies of a GIS Technician I, a recommendation can be made for advancement to the position of GIS Technician II. Education Required - High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) with minimum two (2) years of relevant GIS data entry and data editing experience, as a primary job duty. This experience may be offset with a certificate or coursework towards a degree, from a college or trade school, vocation or technical school as listed in the education details. or Required - Associate's Degree from a trade, vocational or technical college and/or higher, with an emphasis in GIS, geography, cartography and or related fields. Minimum Requirements Required - Minimum of 2 years of relevant GIS data entry and data editing experience, as a primary job duty; with a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma as listed above. This experience may be offset with a certificate or coursework towards a degree, from a college or trade school, vocation or technical school as listed in the education details. and Required - Experience with data entry into a Geographic Information System and understanding the criticality of attention to detail. Preferred - Minimum of 2 years of GIS work experience within the last three (3) years or Preferred - Less than 1 year of GIS experience through the recent completion of a college (or trade, vocational or technical) educational program. Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing Required - Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire Required - Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Proficiency with a Geographic Information System data management software. ESRI ArcGIS Pro experience is preferred. (Intermediate proficiency) Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), Open Text, and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP). (Entry proficiency) Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation. Proficiency with personal computers and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, large format printers, plotters, copiers, scanners and phone systems. Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required. Ability to work overtime, including weekends as required. Essential Functions Enter record information from proposed and as-built drawings, completion reports, service cards, and various other record sources into the District's Geographic Information System. Read and interpret maps and engineering drawings, especially as they pertain to gas and water facilities. Learn the District's GIS data entry standards, workflows, requirements and procedures to continually improve personal GIS skills. Research District and other records to obtain relevant information to include, but not limited to, reporting discrepancies/variances found and facilitating changes, as directed. Clearly communicate gas and water facility record information (in various forms and by various means) to District personnel and outside agencies. Accept written and verbal instruction in revising and updating GIS in collaboration with District personnel. Copy and file various engineering records for various purposes. Assist in GIS data clean up projects. Train in the duties of, and advance toward progression to, GIS Technician II. Assist in checking the work of others, as experience and proficiency allow. Work effectively in both an independent and in a team environment. Prioritize the health and well-being of the workforce within a safety-first work environment. Work professionally and efficiently, with increasingly limited supervision for extended periods. Required For All Jobs Perform a variety of other duties as assigned Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures Physical Demands Stationary Position - Frequently Move/Traverse - Occasionally Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently Transport/Lifting - Rarely Transport/Carrying - Rarely Exerting Force/Pushing - Rarely Exerting Force/Pulling - Rarely Ascend/Descend - Rarely Balancing - Rarely Position Self/Stooping - Rarely Position Self/Kneeling - Rarely Position Self/Crouching - Rarely Position Self/Crawling - Rarely Reaching - Occasionally Handling - Occasionally Grasping - Rarely Feeling - Rarely Communicate/Talking - Constantly Communicate/Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Coordination - Occasionally Physical And Environmental Requirements Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise. Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement Job may be eligible for a hybrid in-office and work from home flexible work arrangement. Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position An Equal Opportunity Employer “Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation"