Northwestern Energy
Location
Great Falls, MT | United States
Job description
20.87-38.02 per hour | 04-Dec-2023 to Until Filled (MST) | Great Falls, MT, USA | Hourly | Asset Management | Regular Full Time
GIS Technician
Work Location : Great Falls, MT
Pay range : $20.87 to $38.02 per hour
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect ( .
About this position:
The GIS Technician completes all service orders and analyzes and validates maps, drawings, and sketches prior to entering data into the Geographic Information System (GIS).
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ 1,500 amazing people and serve 753,600 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Accurately enter data into the Geographic Information System (GIS) database
Assist crew members, engineers, and supervisors with map creation
Update and upload maps, drawings, and prints into the GIS system
Utilize different analysis tools on existing data to ensure proper attribution and connectivity
Complete all service orders
Convert hardcopy prints and drawings made by crew members and engineers into e-files
Review and analyze GIS reports and data to best utilize the information
Review, update, and archive existing data for current, accurate, and completeness
Assist users with GIS applications to define data, project requirements, and outputs
Support users on operation of GIS applications and databases
Complete all other projects as assigned
Work all required hours including evenings and weekends in response to acute services
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills
Bachelor's Degree in geography, information systems, or similar field of study preferred
Experience or training in computer-related systems
Strong data analysis skills
Familiar with OMS, ADMS, GIS Viewers
Working knowledge of GIS applications, along with basic knowledge of CAD preferred
Requisition #4188
Posting Dates: January 29, 2024 through Until Filled
Department/Division: Distribution Operations
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Not Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: Negotiable following in office training period. Requires supervisor approval annually.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at [email protected] .
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