GIS Field Technician

Evari GIS Consulting, Inc.

San Antonio, TX

$16 Hourly
Temporary

Job Description

**PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS**

The GIS Field Technician (Local) is part of the Operations Team and reports directly to the Director of Operations. The primary responsibilities of the GIS Field Technician are to work safely, to accurately collect and input data into mobile applications, and to work efficiently and effectively at all times in support of field audit projects. We are hiring a team of ~12 GIS Field Technicians to work on a streetlight data collection project located in San Antonio, TX, and the job is expected to start March 18, 2024 and last about 2 months. The successful GIS Field Technician demonstrates the ability to read and follow directions in a field manual, to learn and apply project-based details and requirements, always practices standard safety procedures, accurately and efficiently captures high-quality data, and communicates and works well with Evari staff.

Primary Responsibilities

Safely, accurately, and efficiently collect data in the field including location and project specific
data about existing assets (e.g. street lighting fixtures, signs, sidewalks) by inputting data in the
field into mobile applications (i.e. Collector, Field Maps)
Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with Evari staff
Follow Evari’s priority system of 1) Safety, 2) Data Quality and Accuracy, and 3)
Efficiency and Effectiveness in all data collection, verification, and creation efforts and procedures
Practice safety measures at all times in the field, including wearing proper personal protective equipment
Practices safe driving at all times
Stay in compliance with all Evari GIS and Client safety programs, as applicable to
specific jobs
Ensure accuracy on data collection efforts by practicing meticulous field observation
Take care of Evari equipment including but not limited to: vehicles, tablets, GPS units, range-finders,
and measuring devices
Communicate daily with fellow technicians, lead technicians, project leads, and the Evari
team about work progress
Accurately track daily work time using company time tracking software
Interact with bystanders effectively and politely, as a professional representative of Evari GIS
Use Google Email, Calendar, Chat, GIS software, and various applications to effectively communicate and
coordinate with the team

GIS Field Technician Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and active auto insurance
Must be able to reliably show up to work area on time
Is able to drive and/or walk for 8 hour periods

Successful Candidate Must Have

Undergraduate degree
Basic understanding of, or ability and drive to learn, GIS concepts
Enthusiasm and excitement for delivering high-quality work products
A positive attitude and drive to create and advance their own career
Ability to be professional in all staff and public interactions
Ability to read, learn and apply concepts conveyed in a field manual
Ability to effectively communicate

Desired Characteristics

Team player
Detail-oriented
Enthusiastic about GIS and bringing value to projects
Willingness to perform duties outside of the basic job description and quickly expand skillset into new areas
Familiarity with G Suite applications (e.g. Gmail, Calendar, Drive)

Compensation

$16 hourly pay
Employer sponsored health plan including, dental and vision (eligibility after 60 days)
Sick Pay
Employer sponsored Life and Long Term Disability Insurance (immediate eligibilty)

Travel