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Job Title : GIS Specialist (Hybrid/Exp in utilities/oil/gas/power Industry preferred)

Job Description :

Seeking a GIS Analyst that will develop an understanding of current data state, workflows and processes and develop solutions for integrations, transformations, and deliverables.

This will include GIS data analysis, data mining, technical support, and database maintenance to meet internal and external customer requirements.

• Requires demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and recommend the best track for data development and processing.
• Project work will involve process improvement, quality control, data creation from spatial and tabular sources, conversion, migration, and maintenance.
• Bachelor's degree in geography (GIS), engineering, computer science, or related field and 3+ years experience in industry standard GIS.
• GIS certificate and 3 years of related work experience in lieu of a degree in related discipline
• 1+ years in a utility or pipeline GIS

Job Responsibilities:

• Proficiency with linear referencing techniques and concepts is highly recommended
• Knowledge of the Utility and Pipeline Data model (UPDM) is highly recommended.
• Technical project tasks, including database design, advanced GIS analysis and modeling
• Performs data mining activities to meet customer requirements/specifications
• Provides specialized queries, maps and reports to meet customer requirements/specifications
• Performs application testing and documentation of defects
• Interfaces with users; documents requested/needed changes
• Identifies new GIS technologies/processes/applications to improve inter-/intra- departmental functions
• Creates and maintains existing automated processes using Model Builder/Python scripting or other tools
• Processes, prepares and converts data to enter into GIS from a variety of data formats •
• Analyzes current business processes and recommends best practice solutions • Perform QA/QC on version data that pushes to the production environment Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Esri ArcGIS Pro – advanced proficiency
• Esri ArcGIS 10.2x – advanced proficiency
• Linear referencing - advanced proficiency
• MS Office suite (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) – advanced proficiency
• FME by Safe Software – intermediate proficiency
• Esri ArcGIS Enterprise – intermediate proficiency
• Utility Network – intermediate proficiency
• Model Builder – intermediate proficiency
• Python – intermediate proficiency
• SQL RDBMS – intermediate proficiency
• AutoCAD/CADD – basic proficiency
• Visual Basic/VBA – basic proficiency
• SharePoint – basic proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent geoprocessing and spatial analysis skills
• Strong requirements review, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Application testing script development and performance of testing
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies
• Ability to function independently and as a team member
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities •
• Ability to work effectively with limited direct supervision Travel (Up to...): 5%

This position is for individuals who want to develop a side income stream while still working full time. You will test different small-scale remote opportunities, learn what works, and grow what produces results.

You’ll use the resources provided to guide you, but your path is self-driven. Over time, you might focus more on the hustles that bring the highest returns.

Responsibilities:

• Review and apply different side-hustle ideas tailored for people with full jobs

• Execute tasks, manage projects or gigs you select

• Keep a simple record of your time vs. earnings

• Iterate and improve your approach as you go

Requirements:

• Stable full-time job or core commitment

• Access to internet and device for remote work

• Willingness to test ideas and adapt

• Organization, follow-through, and consistency

Bonus Skills:

• Ability to analyze which hustles are viable

• Comfort with trial and error

• Some prior side-gig experience (but not required)

Benefits:

• Fully remote

• Flexible hours

• Potential to grow side income steadily

• No micromanagement