GIS Technician W/ David Evans & Associates

GIS Technician
Job ID 4722
Position Type Full Time
Location US-OR-Portland
Posted Date 1/15/2015
Category Survey & GPS - GIS
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At David Evans and Associates (DEA) our philosophy is “To find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best.” Since its founding in 1976 in Portland, OR, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water resources projects nationwide. DEA’s multi-disciplinary teams partner with clients to tailor sustainable solutions to meet the unique needs of each project. The firm has over 15 offices in seven states and employs approximately 650 people firm wide. DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 firms in the US.

David Evans and Associates is currently seeking a GIS Technician to join our onsite project team located in Portland, OR. This full-time contract position serves as a GIS Technician 1, within our Client’s Valuation and Forestry Services Department (TERS). The Valuation Services Department is responsible for providing Geospatial support in the maintenance, operation, design, acquisition and construction of transmission facilities. This position provides Geographic Information System (GIS) services utilizing computerized data capture, storage and analysis techniques for visual displays, spatial analysis and tabular reports on a wide variety of geographical projects. This position is located in Portland, OR.

Position Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Design and prepare publication quality cartographic products using industry standards.
• Produce custom photomap products tailored to the Valuation department’s needs, using current GIS software tools and techniques.
• Perform basic spatial analysis operations to create maps and/or tabular reports. Maintain geospatial databases and ensure data quality and integrity through the use of automated and manual techniques to enter, edit and process data sets.
• Identify appraisal sites, based on LIS exhibit maps.
• Create and load waypoints into GPS units for appraisers, foresters and danger tree team members.
• Prepare parcel exhibits with geo-referenced photos for appraisal, forestry and danger tree crew reports.
• May provide demonstrations, presentations and produce documents on the GIS platform of work being done by the agency.
• Support the timely delivery of data between Valuation and Forestry and other organizational units used in the design, acquisition and construction of transmission facilities.

Qualifications:
Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a GIS-related field, such as computer science, geography, cartography, natural resources, landscape architecture and environmental, urban or regional planning, with a strong emphasis in computer-assisted spatial analysis is highly desirable (if no degree, additional work experience is required – see below).
• Minimum Experience Required: Level 1 position – 2 - 4 years (with bachelor’s degree in fields specified above; 6+ years without degree or degree not in specified fields, as noted above) of directly-related experience in GIS Support, providing professional GIS services utilizing computerized data capture, storage and analysis is required.
• Knowledge and proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS software is required.
• Basic knowledge of image processing, remote sensing and LiDAR data mediums is desired.
• Experience and proficiency with PC operating systems and standard office software (Microsoft Office Suite 2010 - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) is required.
• Experience with SharePoint is required.

General Requirements:

• GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) certification is desired but not required for this position.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize assignments is required. Proficiencies in critical thinking and deductive reasoning are required.
• Must be skilled in written, visual and oral communication.

Additional Requirements:

• Candidate must be available to travel, with some situations requiring overnight stays as a result of the travel. Travel will be required – up to 50% of the time including overnight travel throughout the organization’s service area.
• May require between 10 and 15% overtime work.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license and be able to drive in rugged, off-road terrain.
• Obtain and keep current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Must strictly follow rules set forth in the Accident Prevention Manual.
• Personal Protective Equipment required for travel to field sites:
• White hardhat
• ASTM F2413-11, Class 75 EH rated footwear with over the ankle lace up and rigid sole and heel required for all field travel.
• Rain Gear (Jacket and Pants) are required.

• This position may be eligible for situational offsite work, subject to the completion of a Supplemental Labor Offsite Work Memorandum of Understanding.

Performance Expectations:

• Must possess interpersonal skills useful in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clientele and management.

• Must exhibit a continued ability to think creatively and actively learn.
• Work independently and manage time effectively.
• Keep information organized and confidential.

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation

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