GIS Analyst
GIS Analyst
Work Location: Great Falls, MT
Pay range: $25.97 to $38.94 per hour
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect.
About this position:
The GIS Analyst completes all service orders and analyzes and validates maps, drawings, and sketches prior to entering data into the Geographic Information System (GIS).
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ 1,500 amazing people and serve 753,600 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
- 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
- Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
- Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
- Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
- Paid parental leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Paid training opportunities
- Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
- Accurately enter data into the Geographic Information System (GIS) database
- Assist crew members, engineers, and supervisors with map creation
- Update and upload maps, drawings, and prints into the GIS system
- Utilize different analysis tools on existing data to ensure proper attribution and connectivity
- Complete all service orders
- Convert hardcopy prints and drawings made by crew members and engineers into e-files
- Review and analyze GIS reports and data to best utilize the information
- Review, update, and archive existing data for current, accurate, and completeness
- Assist users with GIS applications to define data, project requirements, and outputs
- Support users on operation of GIS applications and databases
- Complete all other projects as assigned
- Work all required hours including evenings and weekends in response to acute services
- All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
- Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
- Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
- Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree in geography, information systems, or similar field of study required
- Experience or training in computer-related systems
- Strong data analysis skills
- Familiar with OMS, ADMS, GIS Viewers
- Working knowledge of GIS applications, along with basic knowledge of CAD preferred
Requisition #4188
Posting Dates: March 22, 2024 through April 5, 2024
Department/Division: Distribution Operations
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Not Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: Part-time negotiable following the completion of an in office training period
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3155639-864654