GIS Field Technician

Job Description

The GIS Field Technician (Local) is part of the Operations Team and reports directly to the Director of Operations. The primary responsibilities of the GIS Field Technician are to work safely, to accurately collect and input data into mobile applications, and to work efficiently and effectively at all times in support of field audit projects. We are hiring a team of ~10 GIS Field Technicians to work on a streetlight data collection project located in the Fremont and San Leandro, and the job is expected to last no more than 3-4 months. The successful GIS Field Technician demonstrates the ability to read and follow directions in a field manual, to learn and apply project-based details and requirements, always practices standard safety procedures, accurately and efficiently captures high-quality data, and communicates and works well with Evari staff.

Primary Responsibilities

Safely, accurately, and efficiently collect data in the field including location and project specific

data about existing assets (e.g. street lighting fixtures, signs, sidewalks) by inputting data in the

field into mobile applications (i.e. Collector, Field Maps)

Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with Evari staff

Follow Evari’s priority system of 1) Safety, 2) Data Quality and Accuracy, and 3)

Efficiency and Effectiveness in all data collection, verification, and creation efforts and procedures

Practice safety measures at all times in the field, including wearing proper personal protective equipment

Practices safe driving at all times

Stay in compliance with all Evari GIS and Client safety programs, as applicable to

specific jobs

Ensure accuracy on data collection efforts by practicing meticulous field observation

Take care of Evari equipment including but not limited to: vehicles, tablets, GPS units, range-finders,

and measuring devices

Communicate daily with fellow technicians, lead technicians, project leads, and the Evari

team about work progress

Accurately track daily work time using company time tracking software

Interact with bystanders effectively and politely, as a professional representative of Evari GIS

Use Google Email, Calendar, Chat, GIS software, and various applications to effectively communicate and

coordinate with the team

GIS Field Technician Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and active auto insurance

Must be able to reliably show up to work area on time

Is able to drive and/or walk for 8 hour periods

Successful Candidate Must Have

Undergraduate degree

Basic understanding of, or ability and drive to learn, GIS concepts

Enthusiasm and excitement for delivering high-quality work products

A positive attitude and drive to create and advance their own career

Ability to be professional in all staff and public interactions

Ability to read, learn and apply concepts conveyed in a field manual

Ability to effectively communicate

Desired Characteristics

Team player

Detail-oriented

Enthusiastic about GIS and bringing value to projects

Willingness to perform duties outside of the basic job description and quickly expand skillset into new areas

Familiarity with G Suite applications (e.g. Gmail, Calendar, Drive)

Compensation

$22 hourly pay

Employer sponsored health plan including, dental and vision (eligibility after 60 days)

Sick Pay

Employer sponsored Life and Long Term Disability Insurance (immediate eligibilty)

Travel

The GIS Field Technician works in their local area and is responsible for their own housing and commute to and from work each day.