GIS Specialist w/ Idaho Power Company (Boise, ID)

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Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a GIS Specialist to join our Customer Operations team. Safety is a core value at Idaho Power and during this uncertain time we are dedicated to keeping you, our employees, and our community safe. To ensure safety during the hiring process we will be conducting virtual interviews so that you can move forward in the process without leaving the comfort of your home. Are you worried about starting in a new position at a new company right now? If so, rest assured we will work with you to find a start date and onboarding timeline that works for you.

It’s an exciting time to work for an energy company, especially Idaho Power. We recently announced a goal of 100% clean energy by 2045. Our work plays a critical role in our customers’ lives and in the communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon.
What does a GIS Specialist do for us? Under close supervision, uses the company's GIS system and CAD products to edit the enterprise database per information from field personnel. Scrutinizes incoming information to ensure it supports GIS data quality standards for completeness and accuracy. Uses GIS and Autodesk products to create new drawings and modify existing drawings to reflect "as-built conditions". Updates and revises all associated and pertinent drawings, maps and documents.

• Works with other departments such as, Dispatch, Regional Operations, Field and Design groups, Reliability Engineering and Technical Advisors to resolve time sensitive data issues and requests.
• Produces specialized maps for internal customers as requested.
• Maintains quality control for a clean, fully-functional, and accurate enterprise database that is utilized company-wide.
• Maintains an understating of distribution design standards, mapping, and material specifications.

In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

REQUIRED SKILLS
Knowledge of:

• Current versions of: ArcGIS software, AutoCAD, and Windows
• Basic electricity concepts
• Structural and civil mapping concepts
• File management

Prefer:

• Civil or structural drafting
• Electrical Schematic understanding

Skills in:

• Good interpersonal communication skills, problem solving, customer service
• Highly accurate and detail-oriented, meet accepted deadlines

Ability to:

• Accept responsibility, adapt readily to new situations, work in a team environment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Bachelors degree in Geographic Information Systems(GIS), Drafting Technology, or a related field
OR
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Prefer:

• College course work specific to ArcGIS, and other Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) software

Experience:

• 1 year of experience with GIS technology OR current version of AutoCAD

Prefer:

• Demonstrated experience in utility energy management system

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.