GIS Technician/Surveyor

Mission Statement

We provide field, range, testing, chemical, and biological laboratory support to the U.S. Army at the West Desert Test Center (WDTC) located at Dugway Proving Ground (DPG), UT. As a major test site for the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command, the WDTC is responsible for the test and evaluation of chemical and biological (CB) defense systems, incendiary and smoke/obscuration munitions systems, and related operational concepts.

In addition to these responsibilities, we also support non-CB testing at the WDTC for the DOD and other Federal agencies, including environmental assessment/impact evaluation and munitions demilitarization.

Our Dugway Operation was established in 2004 with the award of the Field, Range, Chamber, and Laboratory Support Services (FRC&LSS) contract to through the FRC&LSS contract, we have integrated with Mellor Engineering, TOPE, and JRAD with a composite staff size of more than 170 personnel.

Job Descripton:

A GIS technician will collect and input data into the geographic information system from a variant of different sources. A GIS technician performs data collection of utility assets in the field utilizing manual mapping methods, mobile data terminals, build work requests designs, construction drawings and digital and hardcopy information received from governmental agencies or any other digital or manual source as required. A GIS technician utilizes GIS data translation and manipulation software, job design tools, GPS data/asset collection, analyzing and resource tracking tools as needed to maintain the geographic information system. A GIS technician produces maps in support of the WDTC mission.

The candidate will be required to meet with a Test Officer, Engineer, or customer to identify, coordinate, develop, and finalize the extent and scope of the desired survey, drawing or GIS information. The desired survey may range from the simple location of points with respect to a monument/bench mark or orientation to an existing fixture, roadway, or multiple monument/bench marks. The candidate may be required to locate impact points from fired artillery rounds, layout a course or route from known or unknown points and provide feedback from intended routes to actual route taken, develop and layout a desired grid or firing range from a small scale (square feet) to large scale (square miles).

Job Duties:

The selected candidate will be experienced with and able to perform various types of field surveys and or tasks, including but not limited to:

• Topographic surveys
• Land Survey Horizontal Grids
• Construction staking and field calculations
• Must be able to read and understand construction plans and specifications
• Proficiency with GPS, Total Station, Data Collectors (Topcon and Magnet preferred)
• Strong organizational skills including field notes and project documentation
• Experience with Microsoft Office and general computer tasks
• AutoCAD Civil 3d experience is a plus
• SIT is a plus
• Assign geographic projections to feature datasets within existing geodatabase
• Manually create point, line and polynomial feature datasets
• Import point, line and polynomial vector features from Excel spreadsheets
• Re-format Latitude/Longitude survey coordinates into UTM vice versa and transformation of Datum
• Coordinate with other GIS sections to create joint products

Education and Experience:

• At least three (3) years' experience in GIS applications and conducting third order surveys. A GIS technician will collect and input data into the geographic information system from a variant of different sources.
• The candidate may be required to maintain accuracy to the following standards: First-Order, Class1 Elevation Closure Standard, First-Order Closure Standard, ASPRS, and NSSDA.

Clearnace:

Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a Department of Defense Security Clearance.

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements:

Light- Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, or up to 5 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:

• Generally a laboratory or production environment but can involve outside work depending on task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Position may require filing, typing, and reading from a computer screen.
• Must have sufficient mobility, included but not limited to: bending, reaching, turning and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner.

Equipment and Machines:

• Must be experienced with laboratory test equipment such as MTS or Instron Test Frames. Proficient with PC application and Microsoft Office Suite. Generate professional test reports.

Attendance:

• Regular hours will be between Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
• Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary to meet deadlines.
• Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements.

Other Essential Functions:

• Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers.
• Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner.
• Independent personal transportation to office or work site is required.
• Travel to and from customer's locations and the test fields may be required to support projects.
• This may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can possibly be made for POV, if necessary.
• When operating any vehicle for work purposes, must wear seat belt and in addition, no cellular devices are to be used when vehicle is in motion.
• This position will require a valid driver license to operate a variety of vehicles.

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