GIS Mapping Technician
Public Works Department-Engineering Division
Public Works Department – Engineering – schedule is Monday through Friday – Work involves skilled and technical work in the office and in the field to survey map and interpret various public infrastructure, land and parcel features to support Public Works projects, GIS and other City function. Job duties include performing field and survey work and documenting results; create and maintain mapping information to document critical public infrastructure conditions and land & parcel features; incorporating advanced level technology into the data collection, development, analysis, and mapping work flow; review maps and Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) work; review plans and prepare reports related to surveying boundary and title information; collect and analyze data; handle citizen complaints; perform highly technical AutoCAD and computer data management; aids in dissemination of geospatial data and technology. This position requires considerable knowledge of geospatial mapping, ESRI software and present day technology methods as well as knowledge of graphics and drafting practices; ability to prepare maps and interpret plans and specs; ability to work independently, take initiative and apply good judgment; ability to train and supervise other staff; ability to research survey, construction and title records for the purpose of preparing accurate property lines on city-wide tax parcel base map; excellent communication and customer service skills; ability to withstand exposure to varied climatic conditions; and may assist with Department winter operations program.
Necessary Requirements: Candidates must possess a valid State of Maine Class C Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and must have and maintain good driving record; GIS Certificate in Applied GIS from an accredited institution, and a degree in Geography or a related field with four (4) years experience in GIS applications, education and training is desired. $793.88/week, starting pay rate.
Accepting applications/resumes 6/10/2016 through 6/21/2016.