Geographic Information Services (GIS) Analyst I

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Position Summary:

The GIS Analyst I position provides GIS-based mapping services to the engineering and Network Operations Center to support planning, engineering, and operations company-wide. The position requires proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and a demonstrated knowledge of data entry. GIS experience is preferred but not required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

A GIS Analyst I is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt/hourly position. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 7am-4pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.



Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.



Supervisory Responsibilities:

GIS Analyst I position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The functions listed below are a portion of what is required for this position. The job functions will change along with location and may expand at any time.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to learn and execute simple mapping duties.
• Create, update, and maintain internal database for network and material design.
• Collaborate with GIS team members to ensure all projects are on schedule, performed efficiently, and are of the highest quality.
  
  

Specific Job Requirements:

• Attain an overall understanding of all GIS Analyst I skills listed in this section
• Navigate various GIS platforms and software including 3-GIS and ArcGIS.
• Create and edit large quantities of point, line, and polygon data.
• Run various ArcGIS tools.
• Compile data into a contiguous buildable network.
• Interpret and input engineering files. Frequently review engineering and construction documents for data accuracy.
• Support engineering and construction teams by creating/exporting maps, KMZ files, shapefiles, and spreadsheets.
  
  

General Job Requirements:

• Smart, dedicated, and willing to learn; able to receive and implement ongoing feedback and coaching with a positive attitude.
• Highly adaptable to an evolving environment.
• Maintain highest level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and accountability, and ability to work cooperatively within a team.
• Detail oriented with exceptional problem-solving and organization skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in telecom outside plant work or similar/related work is preferred.
• Experience with GIS not required but preferred.
• Other responsibilities and duties assigned as needed.
  
  
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This team provides a diverse group of products and services under tight schedules; therefore, we are tasked with reacting to many situations simultaneously in a very fast paced environment and requires multitasking on a daily basis.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit; key/type. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.



Pay Scale:

Starting Rate: $23-27/hour to start

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical + Dental + Vision benefits
• 401k and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Education opportunities
• Stipend for high-speed internet access
• Paid Comprehensive Training
• Growth Opportunities
  
  

Sonic is an equal opportunity employer. Sonic is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9), ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. It also prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.