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Summit Utilities, Inc.

Job Description

 

 

Position Title

Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst

Reports To

Geographic Information System (GIS) Project Manager

Exemption Status

(Non-exempt/Exempt)

Company

Summit Utilities, Inc.

DOT-Pipeline (PHMSA) Status

Required Random Drug & Alcohol Program

Department/Location

Engineering/Branson, MO

DOT Physical Requirement

Yes

Date

1/2012

 

General Purpose:

Responsible for the collecting, analyzing, and maintaining of the Geographic Information System (GIS) for all Missouri service territories

 

Essential Functions:

¨      Responsible for collecting, analyzing and maintaining of the Geographic Information System (GIS) for all Missouri service territories:

s  Collects or receives data from a field technician

s  Transfers data into a specific database

s  Performs data processing and data editing

§  Downloading data from the GPS equipment to a laptop

§  Performing differential corrections via GPS Pathfinder office software

§  Exporting data files in shapefile (GIS) format to be imported to and edited using ArcGIS software

§  Loading the data onto a satellite photo

§  Creating accurate reports and maps of the gas system

¨      Conducts field work:

s  Field mapping using Trimble GPS equipment

s  Collecting data

s  Updating all GPS and GIS software

s  Downloading up to date GIS databases from various government agencies (including address databases, satellite photos and orthoimagery)

s  Maintaining GPS equipment

¨      Follow good health and safety principles, practices and maintain a business-like appearance including wearing company provided clothing is essential to providing the proper company image

s  Passing required field evaluations and tests for continuing education (OQ)

 

Secondary Functions

¨      Researching and creating various maps, reports, and graphs for various departments within Summit Natural Gas,  Inc. of Missouri

s  Other duties as assigned by GIS Project Manager

 

 

Job Qualifications:

·         Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

s  Intermediate knowledge of ESRI products

s  Intermediate level of knowledge of the field of geographic information systems

s  Basic project manager with the ability to build strong client relations

s  Strong computer skills with familiarity with supporting applications such as CAD, database, internet, etc. and ability to solve software problems

s  Interpersonal/communication skills including good verbal skills exhibited in meetings, one-on-one exchanges and presentations.  Appropriate written communication skills required for everyday correspondence and reviewing writing in a technical format.

s  Exhibits a high-level of personal initiative and motivation to multi-task several projects simultaneously

s  Excellent organizational and planning skills required with demonstrated quality and thoroughness on each assignment

s  Exhibits high level of attention to detail in all facets of the work

s  Knowledge of natural gas systems desirable

s  Ability to locate gas lines 

s  Understanding of various coordinate systems

Education and Work Experience:

·         High school degree or equivalent with some college preferred.

·         Two years experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with two years experience project management preferred

Working Environment:

·         Extensive traveling including heavy driving on a regular basis

·         Growth oriented, fast paced changing environment

·         Quiet professional office

·         Shop and field, indoor and outdoor environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, chemicals, inclement weather conditions and road traffic   

Physical Requirements:

Occasional Lifting

60

Lbs.  vertically

Repetitive Lifting

25

Lbs. vertically and horizontally

Carrying

60

Lbs.

Pushing / Pulling

80

Lbs.

Pinching / Gripping

Yes

 

Reaching Over Head

Yes

 

Reaching Away From Body

Yes

 

Walking

8

Hours per day on slippery or uneven surfaces

Standing

8

Hours per day prolonged

Sitting

8

Hours per day

Crawling

2

Hours per day

Kneeling

4

Hours per  day prolonged

Squatting

4

Hours per day prolonged

Climbing

1

Hours per day

 

·         Must also be able to walk up and down steep grades of up to 30%, walk on rough terrains like homeowners yards.  Summit Utilities, Inc. will supply the employee with the minimum amount of personal protection equipment to ensure their ability to perform job requirements.

Equipment – Most often used in the office:

·         Personal Computer

·         Phone

·         Printer/Copy/Scanner machine

·         Fax machine

·         Company vehicle

·         GPS data collection unit

·         Locator

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

 

 

 

 

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