JOB TITLE: Technician, GIS

Location: North Fort Myers, FL

Work Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm

Our benefits include:

• Company-wide annual incentive plan
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match
• Company funded Pension Plan
• On-site wellness/medical facility
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness program with financial rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Group life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

LCEC provides reliable, cost-competitive electricity to more than 245,000 members throughout a five-county service territory located in Southwest Florida. We employ approximately 460 skilled employees and are one of more than 900 electric distribution cooperatives located throughout the United States. LCEC has been recognized locally and statewide as an industry leader and continually receives acknowledgment for the work that our employees do in the community along with other civic, environmental and professional honors.

Position Summary: The GIS Technician is responsible for updating and maintaining LCEC's electronic mapping systems within the System Graphics department. This position performs advanced updates to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to ensure the accuracy and integrity of spatial data. The technician will provide essential support to the Engineering and Operations Division by delivering timely mapping solutions and assisting with data analysis.

In addition, the GIS Technician will conduct field work such as GPS data collection, field verifications, and inspections to validate and enhance GIS data. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, technical proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams to support operational needs. This position plays a vital role in maintaining accurate, up-to-date geospatial information that supports the reliability and efficiency of LCEC's infrastructure and services.

Position Responsibilities

• Update GIS system maps from final as-built work requests and additional sources.
• Maintain system connectivity model in GIS system.
• Perform field checks to GPS electric facilities and verify accuracy or discrepancies from as-built work requests.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.
• Responsible for delivering projects and tasks on time and within budget.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels within LCEC. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts. Provide current and accurate information to all requesters, courteously and in a timely manner.
• Update and document processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required) and
• Associate's degree In Drafting and Design. (Preferred)
• In lieu of an associate's degree the following will be considered:
  • Completion of 2-year vocational certificate program in AutoCAD or using ESRI (ArcMap or ArcPro) or
  • 2 years direct GIS experience or
  • 2 years NISC’s Mapping & Staking, Staking, Map Viewer, or Compass.

Experience

• 2+ to 5 Years experience with PC MS Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, SharePoint). (Required)
• 2+ to 5 Years experience in mapping environment. (Required)
• 2+ to 5 Years direct GIS (ArcMap) experience and demonstrates sufficient depth. (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience in electric utility. (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience creating & maintaining data using NISC’s Mapping Staking, Map Viewer, or Compass. (Preferred)
• 1+ to 2 Years experience with GPS technology, data collection and wireless mobile technologies. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates an understanding of maps and the ability to read and interpret a legend.
• Basic knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles and practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and staying up to date with emerging GIS technologies and industry trends.

Licenses & Certifications

• Must possess & maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Physical Demands and Working Environment: The physical demands and working environment characteristics described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: Standing Occasionally,
  Walking Occasionally,
  Sitting Constantly,
  Lifting Rarely,
  Carrying Rarely,
  Pushing Rarely,
  Pulling Rarely,
  Climbing Rarely,
  Balancing Rarely,
  Stooping Rarely,
  Kneeling Rarely,
  Crouching Rarely,
  Crawling Rarely,
  Reaching Rarely,
  Handling Occasionally,
  Grasping Occasionally,
  Feeling Rarely,
  Talking Constantly,
  Hearing Constantly,
  Repetitive Motions Frequently,
  Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently.

• Working Environment: Frequently Air-conditioned office environment, Rarely Extreme cold, Rarely Extreme heat, Rarely Humidity, Rarely Wet, Occasionally Noise, Rarely Hazards, Rarely Temperature Change, Rarely Atmospheric Conditions, Rarely Vibration.

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS.... Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment: LCEC provides critical services to our community during an emergency. Employees are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our LCEC members. Employees are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's guidelines and procedures.

Please note that at the time a candidate is made a job offer, the candidate will be subject to a background check and a drug screening.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting metal working machines preferred.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

Work Environment : Warehouse/Field setting; minimal temperature environment

Travel : Up to 10%

FLSA : Non-Exempt