Geospatial (GIS) Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
Locations: Gainesville, VA
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: Hybrid
Req ID: 220590

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a full-time GIS Technician specializing in environmental modelling, spatial analysis, and data management to join our Geospatial services team. This role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 1 day per week in office.

Job Duties

• Support the development of company-wide web and data collection applications using ESRI and CADD software.
• Conduct spatial analysis using statistical and/or geoprocessing tools.
• Perform vector and raster-based spatial data management and processing.
• Contribute to local and regional watershed and land cover analysis projects.
• Create and format mapping data and products for engineers, scientists, and archeologists .
• Maintain existing python scripting and collaborate to improve and innovate through automation.
• Provide occasional in-person field support of mobile data collection applications.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree, and/or Associates in GIS, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources Management, and/or a Professional Certificate in GIS.
• Proficient in managing and processing spatial data within the ESRI ecosystem (ArcGIS Pro/Online), navigating AutoCAD or MicroStation, creating interactive web applications with Experience Builder, and customizing FieldMaps and Survey123 applications.
• Experience automating workflows using Python and R, creating complex database queries in SQL, and customizing GIS applications with Arcade.
• Experience in aerial imagery interpretation, watershed/hydrology modelling, raster analysis (ENVI/ERDAS), predictive modeling, sustainability/resiliency mapping, and LiDAR processing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Additional Requirements

• Excellent cartographic, written, and verbal communication skills; with the ability to read and understand technical and engineering plan drawings.
• Prepare data, maps and documents that are technically and grammatically correct and must be able to communicate clearly with team and clients.
• Ability to manage numerous projects and priorities and willingness to adapt to changing workflows.
• Provide occasional in-person field and office support for mobile data collection applications and GIS/GPS training.
• Demonstrate success working with a diverse client base in both public and private sectors, as well as the ability to work independently and with a team.
• Experience with wetland delineations, wetland/stream mitigation and restoration, drainage area delineation and landcover analysis (TR-55), stormwater and MS4 permit program, hazard predictability modeling (FEMA HAZUS) and interest in historic maps is a plus.
• Desire to learn quickly, solve problems and take initiative to help team members and provide best possible deliverables to clients.

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None