GIS Technician – Electric Utility

GIS Technician – Electric Utility (Job ID 26-01672) Contract length: 2 years Pay: $30/hr W-2, no benefits Location: Secaucus, NJ Work setup: On-site (approximately 5–10% fieldwork) Position summary We are seeking a detail-oriented GIS Technician to support our client's electric utility operations. The GIS Technician will maintain accurate GIS records, analyze utility asset data, and support electric transmission and distribution projects. Responsibilities Maintain and update the electric utility GIS connected model using work orders, as-built drawings, and field reports. Analyze GIS data and generate custom maps, reports, charts, and tabulations. Maintain service point connectivity, transformer relationships, and utility asset records. Identify and resolve mapping discrepancies, connectivity issues, and conflicting asset data. Support facility relocations, load rearrangements, and new electric service projects. Produce GIS prints, distribution maps, and technical documentation. Coordinate with supervisors and field personnel in a union environment. Perform occasional field investigations and computer-aided drafting. Required 1–2 years of GIS experience through employment, internships, or academic coursework. Working knowledge of GIS applications, spatial data, and connectivity relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows applications. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Valid New Jersey driver's license and ability to travel between client locations. Preferred Experience with electric utility transmission and distribution systems. Familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD. Knowledge of utility asset management, work orders, and as-built documentation. Recent college graduates with relevant GIS coursework or internships are encouraged to apply. Prior utility industry experience is not required.