GIS Specialist I

Job Description:

• Coordinate, prepare, and process information for Chesapeake Utilities’ Geographic Information System
• Assist with GIS mapping functions, including production and editing of digital utility infrastructure detail, databases, GIS layers, tabular data, and file translations
• Create, convert, translate, migrate, and import GIS data from various sources
• Edit, quality-control, manipulate, and analyze digital map data
• Integrate system asset management programs into the GIS
• Develop quality assurance procedures, standards, and protocols
• Archive and properly store digital media and source materials
• Gather, create, compile, and maintain metadata files
• Communicate production-related concerns and inquiries to the supervisor
• Process, update, and correct digital base map data for geospatial applications
• Apply advanced digital cartographic and GIS principles
• Adhere to quality-control protocols
• Contribute to system preparation, project layout, and design activities
• Maintain related data and map products
• Assist in distribution system operations
• Assist in preparing annual DOT/PHMSA reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One to three years of prior work experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with Electric Utility infrastructure and terminology
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise
• Ability to perform edits and updates to mapping system
• Knowledge of ArcCatalog and ESRI geodatabase format
• Knowledge of materials, software, and equipment used for drafting, surveying, construction and electronic mapping
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Windows
• Valid Driver’s License
• Excellent communication and customer relation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment
• Excellent record keeping skills
• Normal level of visual and hearing ability
• Familiarity with Company and industry standards, designs and practices
• Ability to follow Company safety rules, regulations, procedures, policies and manuals
• Ability to perform work tasks and activities in a safe and conscientious manner
• Must reside within DE, PA, MD, VA, OH, NC, GA, or FL

Benefits:

• Flexible work arrangement
• Eligible for overtime
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages
• 401k
• Medical, dental and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Compensated volunteer hours
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Separate bank of sick time