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About the Role

Launch Your GIS Career with Pape-Dawson. As a GIS Technician I, you'll gain hands-on experience with the latest GIS technologies while supporting impactful engineering, planning, environmental, and infrastructure projects. You'll find a collaborative environment that encourages learning, mentorship, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of geospatial data, maps, and reporting products.
• Create GIS data layers, maps, tables, reports, and other spatial deliverables using ESRI's ArcGIS suite and related applications.
• Prepare, edit, and maintain geospatial datasets in accordance with project standards and quality requirements.
• Collect, verify, organize, and manage spatial data from a variety of internal and external sources.
• Perform basic spatial analysis and data updates using established GIS workflows and methodologies.
• Support engineering, planning, and environmental teams by producing accurate mapping products and visualizations.
• Collaborate with senior GIS staff while continuing to develop technical knowledge and GIS best practices.
• Contribute to a team culture focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Familiarity with surveys, legal descriptions, construction plans, aerial imagery, and orthophotography.
• Ability to create clear, accurate maps and other geospatial deliverables.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional overtime as project needs require.

Skills

• ESRI's ArcGIS suite
• Cartographic principles
• Coordinate systems
• Map projections
• Scales
• Spatial data management

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Entry-level

Education Level

• Associate degree in Geographic Information Systems or a related field
• ESRI certification

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development, training, and career advancement opportunities

About the Company

• Pape-Dawson is a leading civil engineering and professional services firm, with a history of delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact.
• Our diverse team of experts is passionate about solving complex problems and making a difference in our communities.
• We offer career opportunities in a company culture that values personal growth and professional excellence.
• With world-class benefits and a commitment to your overall wellbeing, Pape-Dawson is a place where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Equal Opportunity

• All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.