• GIS Technician

    Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. (Hunt Valley, MD)


    JMT Technology Group, a leading geospatial and information technology services and solutions provider, has an opening for a GIS Technician. Responsible for collecting, creating, and editing GIS data, preparing and updating maps and outputs of GIS datasets, and using applications and tools to develop new data outputs. Has experience creating and maintaining data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

     

    JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

     

    + Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

    + Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

    + Paid Time Off

    + Paid Holidays

    + Paid Caregiver Leave Program

    + 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

    + Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

    + Career Development Programs

    + And more…

    + Benefits | JMT (https://jmt.com/careers/benefits/)

     

    Compensation for this position is $55,000.00-62,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description.

     

    Essential Functions and Responsibilities

     

    + Reviews and interprets source data files and translates information into GIS-readable formats.

    + Uses Desktop Esri apps to edit and maintain vector GIS data in various formats (i.e., file geodatabase, SDE, Portal, shapefile, and published map services).

    + Performs edits to GIS data in a versioned database (branch and traditional) and reconciles/posts edits with the default/parent version resolving possible conflicts.

    + Performs updates to ArcGIS Online/Portal platform applications including Story Maps, Field Maps, Experience Builder, and Survey 123.

    + Performs routine data validation and QA/QC checks to ensure GIS data integrity.

    + Understands and processes data and map requests to produce quality hard and soft copy map deliverables.

    + Travels to project locations to perform field data collection and verification using GPS and other mobile data collection tools (up to 15%).

    + Performs tasks under the direction of a project or task manager and regularly reports progress on assigned work.

    + Participates in workshops, training, or vendor presentations involving GIS technology, products, and upgrades.

    Required Skills

    + Knowledge of GIS concepts and analytical techniques, including geospatial data creation, conversion, manipulation, and analysis.

    + Knowledge of cartographic standards and principles to develop quality cartographic products for internal and external customers.

    + An understanding of how ESRI applications and GIS technologies are used to solve client challenges .

    + A bility to plan, organize, and execute GIS-related tasks efficiently while meeting customer requirements .

    + Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

    + Ability to communicate and work collaboratively and effectively with project team members.

    + Proficiency with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite .

    Required Experience

    + Bachelor’s or master’s degree in geography, GIS, computer science, information technology, engineering, planning, or related field, with relevant coursework in GIS.

    + Minimum of two years of experience utilizing ESRI’s latest suite of technology , including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to create and maintain geospatial data .

    Preferred Experience

    + Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment with team members, customers, and consulting partners from a broad spectrum of disciplines.

    + Experience creating and publishing map services.

    + Knowledge of GPS and mobile technologies for field data collection.

    + Experience using Python or Model Builder to automate repetitive tasks in ArcGIS Pro.

    + Experience working with Utilities data.

     

    Working Conditions

     

    Work is performed in a general office environment. It is generally sedentary but may require occasional standing and walking. The lighting and temperature are adequate, and no hazardous or unpleasant conditions are caused by noise, dust, etc. Field work may be required to collect or verify existing conditions of data being obtained or maintained .

     

    Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.