Senior Utility GIS Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Input spatial data utilizing established GIS workflows, coordinate geometry, digitizing techniques, and georeferencing methods.

• Georeference design plans, record surveys, and historical maps for integration into the GIS database.

• Generate custom maps, exhibits, and sketches employing ESRI ArcGIS software.

• Conduct spatial analysis and geoprocessing in ArcGIS to produce spreadsheets, data tables, statistics, and project deliverables.

• Develop, update, and maintain GIS data libraries and field data collection codes.

• Create and manage static geometric utility networks while performing routine diagnostics.

• Assess GIS data for completeness and accuracy by following established quality control procedures.

• Create, modify, and sustain GIS features, attributes, and metadata from various data sources.

• Address client and stakeholder inquiries regarding GIS data, maps, and associated information.

• Integrate record surveys into GIS databases through georeferencing and hyperlinking.

• Stay updated on GIS principles, database design, emerging technologies, hardware, and software.

• Assist with construction inspections as necessary.

• Support underground utility locate activities as required.

• Represent Kaukahi in meetings with clients, projects, and stakeholders.

• Carry out additional responsibilities to meet project objectives and client needs.

• Adjust to changing project priorities as directed by company and project leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in GIS, Geography, Information Systems Management, or a related field, with major coursework in GIS; equivalent academic credentials or a GIS certification may also be considered.

• 7–10 years of experience in utilizing GIS technology within a multi-user GIS environment.

• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may satisfy certain minimum qualifications.

• Valid state driver’s license or the ability to obtain and maintain one upon hiring.

• Driving record that complies with Kaukahi’s driving policy and insurance requirements.

• Understanding of GIS principles and technologies.

• Familiarity with GPS receivers, satellite constellation theory, signalization, field data collection hardware, and post-processing techniques.

• Knowledge of data entry, digitizing, and georeferencing from aerial imagery and mapping products.

• Awareness of project management principles and organizational practices.

• Proficient in ESRI ArcGIS (ArcMap) and/or ArcGIS Pro.

• Capability to integrate CAD data within ArcGIS Desktop environments.

• Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Skill in operating scanners, printers, large-format plotters, and other office equipment.

• Ability to utilize personal computers and standard office software.

• Capacity to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior GIS analysts and field technicians.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to organize tasks, prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.

• Commitment to maintaining reliable full-time attendance.

• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.

• Capability to meet physical requirements, including frequent lifting and carrying of 25–50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds.

• Preferred or highly desirable experience with utility distribution systems, utility locating and surveying, GPR, Trimble Business Center, Trimble Access, and ArcGIS extensions/add-ons.

• Preferred certifications: GISP and ESRI ArcGIS Desktop Professional (EADP).

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote position.

• Equal opportunity employment.