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NV5 is actively recruiting a GIS Technician.  This position will offer an entry point into the geospatial industry along with the opportunity to enhance your skills for career advancement. The Geospatial Technician will work as part of a team using geospatial software to create and update highly attributed feature data within a geodatabase from imagery and ancillary sources to produce comprehensive datasets that can be used for mission planning and support. They will also work in a 3D environment creating and editing digital elevation models to client specifications. The ideal candidate must be analytical, self-motivated with exceptional communication skills and work well in a collaborative team environment as well as independently.

Work Environment:

• Location:  NV5 Office in St. Petersburg, FL
• Pay will range from $20 - $23 per hour depending on experience

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

• Photointerpretation of geographic features from aerial and satellite imagery
• Create and update highly attributed feature data
• Review maps and other ancillary sources to enhance data value
• Attribution and update of metadata
• Edit terrain to within project specification standards when tasked
• Coordination and collaboration with the project team members on the progress of production
• Completion of all project forms, spreadsheets, and checklists
• Attend training and/or meetings relating to job requirements
• Performs quality assurance methods to ensure a high degree of data consistency, integrity, and accuracy and provide feedback in the form of constructive criticism to peers
• Georeferencing of source data and/or scanned maps
• Assists in problem solving/troubleshooting

Competencies & Skills:

• Demonstrates problem solving ability across software platforms
• Able to adapt to different situations and tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Aptitude for learning multiple geospatial software programs
• Exceptional customer service orientation

Requirements:

• Associate degree in a science or engineering program, or equivalent experience

• Ability to see in stereo vision

• Familiarity with digital geospatial software such as: ESRI ArcGIS, ESRI ArcPro, DAT/EM Summit Evolution, Socet Set, Socet GXP, MicroStation, QGIS, AutoCAD or equivalent

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google suite

• U.S. citizenship required to comply with government contract

• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (must be U.S. Citizen)

• Must be able to interview in St. Petersburg, FL office on short notice
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening

Preferred (in addition to requirements):

• Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering program, or equivalent experience

• Possess a Secret level DoD security clearance

• Experience working with NGA/DoD/AGC products

• Intermediate knowledge of mapping and cartograph

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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