Gis Support Specialist
Innisfail, AB, Canada
Job Description
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EQUS was founded on the co-operative spirit. Our core values of Quality, Accountability, Community and Knowledge define the attitude our teams bring to work every day, together we connect rural Alberta and enrich the lives of our members. Job Purpose The GIS Support Specialists assists the Business Services Leader - IT, drawing upon their training in Geographic Information Systems and other information technology related fields. This individual helps our IT department to maintain a superior mapping system for EQUS, and support the Business Services Leader - IT in technology projects. This individual also works with EQUS\xe2\x80\x99 GIS and related systems vendors to resolve issues. Duties
Expected start date: 2023-04-05
- Enter mapping information into EQUS GIS system with:
- Engineering Designs: Creating new jobs and entering completed jobs into Geodigital staking solution and post to Geographic Information System (GIS) using Milsoft and ESRI ArcGIS platform.
- Data verification: Working with Operations Group, correcting data discrepancies between Field, GIS and Other EQUS\xe2\x80\x99 Systems.
- Data Fixes and Model Connectivity: Supporting Operations Group for correcting and connecting GIS and Engineering data model using Engineering, GIS, or other tools.
- Tool Development: Developing tools or add-ons in GIS based on EQUS needs while working collaboratively with IT Team.
- Issue Reporting: Working with EQUS vendors to resolve issues in GIS and Engineering systems
- Maintain and manage different EQUS\xe2\x80\x99 System such as Mapping, Engineering, Staking and Outage Management Systems
- Develop training programs and train users on Mapping, Engineering, Outage Management, and Staking Systems
- Perform audits of production GIS updates from Work Orders
- Perform quality control of digital maps and help in creating standards
- Creating and updating large format maps
- Act as a resource for Operations Group for outages, GIS mapping issues, questions, and troubleshooting
- Supporting all technology projects
- Other related tasks, as required.
- A mapping background and understanding of GIS and related systems is required
- Education or hands-on experience with ESRI ArcGIS and related products
- Knowledge of Python programming and modeling in ESRI or any other GIS environment
- Knowledge of LUA and Delphi scripting, and Crystal Reports would be an asset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and experience in database platforms such as Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL
- Knowledge of spatial analysis techniques and geospatial data standards
- Strong attention to detail, and possession of strong technical, analytical and communication skills
- Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced working environment
- Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and to collaboratively contribute to team initiatives
- Knowledge or Experience of working in the Energy/Electricity utility sector would be an asset
- The job is based in our Corporate office at Innisfail but also requires travelling to EQUS\xe2\x80\x99 remote offices and other locations, as needed.
- 3 \xe2\x80\x93 5 years of practical GIS experience within the utility industry, preferred
- Completion of Bachelor of Applied Technology or similar post-secondary education in Geographic Information Systems
- Monday to Friday
Expected start date: 2023-04-05
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Job IdJD2139728
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationInnisfail, AB, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned