GIS Analyst

Job Type

Full-time

Description
Position Overview
The GIS Analyst will support the GIS team by managing mapping, data requests, analysis, and web-based GIS applications. This role will assist in processing spatial data, maintaining GIS databases, and providing GIS-based support for multiple departments.

This position is critical in reviewing locates and updating GIS OSP records, supporting field teams, assisting in CAD-GIS integrations, and enabling ongoing GIS enhancements for fiber network management.

Key Responsibilities
GIS Management & Mapping

• Maintain and update GIS databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Perform geospatial analysis and mapping tasks, including buffer and proximity analysis
• Generate KMZ files for locates and field operations
• Assist in digitizing as-built records and integrating them into GIS systems
• Support the GIS portfolio of applications and systems
• Provide on-going reports as required or requested
• Manage locates screening application and integration with ArcGIS
• Perform updates provided via mobile system to the GIS system of record
• Provide support for case resolution for damages related to locate tickets
• Provide support of business data and enterprise reports

GIS Application & Web Map Support

• Configure and maintain web maps, dashboards, and applications in ArcGIS Online/Portal
• Assist in creating self-service GIS tools to streamline workflows
• Support the use of Survey123, Field Maps, Collector, and StoryMaps
• Work with engineering teams to onboard OSP vendors into GIS workflows

Data Conversion & Integration

• Convert and import CAD drawings into GIS
• Assist in integrating FME workflows for data automation
• Support GIS-based reporting, including Power BI and other dashboard solutions
• Maintain metadata and ensure proper schema management for GIS datasets

Operational & Technical Support

• Assist in GIS-related troubleshooting and issue resolution
• Support field teams with mapping needs and on-demand location analysis
• Provide documentation and training materials for GIS applications
• Ensure GIS data integrity for locates, permitting and network planning

Requirements

• Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field

• 3-5 years of experience in a GIS-related role

• Technical Skills

• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro

• Basic knowledge of spatial data analysis and geoprocessing tools.
• Experience with CAD-GIS integration and data conversion

• Knowledge of Python, SQL, or FME for GIS automation is preferred

• Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the telecom or utility industry
• Familiarity with 811 locates, OSP workflows, and engineering
• Exposure to GIS automation and scripting tools (FME, Python, Arcade
• Understanding of network infrastructure, fiber routes, and engineering drawings

Career Growth & Development

• Opportunity to advance into GIS Analyst roles, focusing on automation and system administration
• Exposure to network planning, GIS data modeling, and enterprise system integrations
• Involvement in digitizing fiber as-builts and enhancing automation workflows

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and reach
• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English
• Must have visual acuity
• Must be able to lift 0-25 pounds

Compétences idéales

• Python
• SQL

• Valais, Switzerland

Expérience professionnelle

• Database Administrator
• Database Developer
• IT Consultant

Compétences linguistiques

• English