GIS Technician

Location: Local to Atlanta

Duration: 12 months (Possibility of Extension)

Pay rate: $24/hr

Primary Responsibilities.

• In office/In field


• Valid Driver s License/Maintain rental car


• May be required to go into the Coop office to work on a regular basis, Multiple addresses within the counties(Gwinnett County, Forsyth County, Fayette County, Jackson County)


• Joint use program, fiber design, Grid, staking, multiple distribution programs


• Supporting the client with a review of field data, and using that data to create engineering designs for a new communication attachment, or to clear any safety violations


• Experience in Joint use, Telecom, distribution, and identifying electric and communication facilities is a plus, as this will be a major component of the position.


• Must understand concepts such as NESC Standards, EMC standards, GPC Standards, and construction


• The worker will get work assignments; use field data collected with GIS technologies to create engineering deliverables based on the job type assigned.


• Make corrections on created deliverables based on feedback from reviewers. Work as a member of EMC design (including field design & staking) to design distribution engineering in compliance with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and utility standards. May be required to support fielding for GPC grid programs as needed


• Occasionally conduct field assessments and pole surveys to evaluate existing conditions and pole loading capacity.


• Utilize design software and GIS tools to create detailed construction drawings and layout plans.


• Analyze pole loading, clearance requirements, and make-ready conditions for new attachments.


• Prepare make-ready engineering (MRE) documentation, bills of material (BOM), and work packages for construction crews.


• Ensure adherence to permitting requirements, safety standards, and right-of-way constraints.


• Track project progress and maintain accurate records and data for compliance and reporting.


• The candidate will be required to participate in emergency storm response throughout the year when needed.