Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) ยท 2 months ago
Senior Geographic Information System (GIS) Technician
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expIrvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive agency known for its innovative water management practices. They are seeking a Senior Geographic Information System (GIS) Technician to perform complex GIS duties, support field data collection, and collaborate with various departments to maintain and enhance the District's geographic information systems.
Professional ServicesService IndustryWater
Responsibilities
Performs engineering improvement plan research for public and staff
Maintains working knowledge of IRWD GIS equipment, including but not limited to: high-precision GPS/RTK units, scanners, and plotters
Supports and automates field workflows through the use of Esri mobile and web applications such as Field Maps, Survey123, QuickCapture, and Experience Builder
Collaborates directly with field crews to capture, verify, and update spatial and attribute data in the field
Trains field crews on maintenance of the GIS system, and the collection of GIS assets
Utilizes RTK-enabled GPS units to collect high-accuracy geographic information, resolve asset location discrepancies, and integrate data into the enterprise GIS
Reads and interprets civil engineering plans and specifications in order to maintain a geodatabase of District water, recycled water, and wastewater infrastructure in accordance with GIS conversion standards
Maintains and updates GIS data and Capital/Development plans, incorporating field redlines and integrating with the District's Records Management System
Produces high-quality cartographic and thematic maps; updates District-wide system atlas maps
Provides GIS-related support, training, and assistance to users across departments
Integrates non-GIS databases with GIS to support department operations and reporting needs
Writes and maintains metadata for GIS layers; ensures data quality and performs QA/QC
Utilizes scripting languages (e.g., Python, SQL) to automate GIS tasks and workflows
Supports GIS integration with asset management systems, field operations, and preventative maintenance programs
Maintains and updates GIS conversion standards and documentation
Assists in the support and development of GIS web and mobile applications
Complies with District safety practices and attends relevant safety training
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to an associate's degree with an emphasis in geography, geographic information systems, or a related field
Minimum of five years in GIS or engineering-related work
A valid Class C California Driver's License is required
Proficient in using Esri's ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and enterprise GIS systems
Experience using Esri field applications such as Field Maps, Survey123, QuickCapture, and Experience Builder
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio)
Write SQL queries and Python scripts to automate work processes
Work with field crews, explain technical concepts, and support GIS data collection in outdoor and operational environments
Exercise strong judgment, discretion, and communication skills across office and field contexts
Preferred
Experience supporting field-based GIS workflows and GPS/RTK data collection preferred
Experience in Water/Wastewater, specifically using the utility network data model is desirable
Experience with Esri's Utility Network data model is desirable
Esri Utility Network is highly desirable
Experience with JavaScript or other custom application development programming languages is highly desirable
Benefits
Retirement benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational Assistance
Company
Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD)
IRWD was established in 1961 as a California Water District.
201-500 employees
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