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Geographic Information System Technician I

Metropolitan Utilities District Omaha, NE Hourly Wage, $26.77 - $33.46
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DATES POSTED: 04/03 - 04/17/2026

 

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, the GIS Technician I will enter record information from gas and water projects into the District's Geographic Information System (GIS) and train in the duties of a GIS Technician II. Upon successfully completing all training and proficiencies of a GIS Technician I, a recommendation can be made for advancement to the position of GIS Technician II.

 

Education

  • Required - High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) with minimum two (2) years of relevant GIS data entry and data editing experience, as a primary job duty. This experience may be offset with a certificate or coursework towards a degree, from a college or trade school, vocation or technical school as listed in the education details. or
  • Required - Associate's Degree from a trade, vocational or technical college and/or higher, with an emphasis in GIS, geography, cartography and or related fields.

 

Minimum Requirements

  • Required - Minimum of 2 years of relevant GIS data entry and data editing experience, as a primary job duty; with a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma as listed above. This experience may be offset with a certificate or coursework towards a degree, from a college or trade school, vocation or technical school as listed in the education details. and
  • Required - Experience with data entry into a Geographic Information System and understanding the criticality of attention to detail.
  • Preferred - Minimum of 2 years of GIS work experience within the last three (3) years or
  • Preferred - Less than 1 year of GIS experience through the recent completion of a college (or trade, vocational or technical) educational program.

 

Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing

  • Required - Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire
  • Required - Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire

 

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Proficiency with a Geographic Information System data management software. ESRI ArcGIS Pro experience is preferred. (Intermediate proficiency)
  • Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), Open Text, and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP). (Entry proficiency)
  • Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
  • Proficiency with personal computers and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, large format printers, plotters, copiers, scanners and phone systems.
  • Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
  • Ability to work overtime, including weekends as required.

 

Essential Functions

  • Enter record information from proposed and as-built drawings, completion reports, service cards, and various other record sources into the District's Geographic Information System.
  • Read and interpret maps and engineering drawings, especially as they pertain to gas and water facilities.
  • Learn the District's GIS data entry standards, workflows, requirements and procedures to continually improve personal GIS skills.
  • Research District and other records to obtain relevant information to include, but not limited to, reporting discrepancies/variances found and facilitating changes, as directed.
  • Clearly communicate gas and water facility record information (in various forms and by various means) to District personnel and outside agencies.
  • Accept written and verbal instruction in revising and updating GIS in collaboration with District personnel.
  • Copy and file various engineering records for various purposes.
  • Assist in GIS data clean up projects.
  • Train in the duties of, and advance toward progression to, GIS Technician II.
  • Assist in checking the work of others, as experience and proficiency allow.
  • Work effectively in both an independent and in a team environment.
  • Prioritize the health and well-being of the workforce within a safety-first work environment.
  • Work professionally and efficiently, with increasingly limited supervision for extended periods.

 

Required For All Jobs

  • Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
  • Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures

 

Physical And Environmental Requirements

  • Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise.

 

Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement

Job may be eligible for a hybrid in-office and work from home flexible work arrangement.

 

*Please see job posting on our Careers page for a full list of physical demands

 

*Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer “Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/

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Date Posted April 3, 2026
Date Closes May 3, 2026
Located In Omaha, NE
Job Type Full-time Employee
Compensation Hourly Wage, $26.77 - $33.46
Shift Custom
SOC Category 17-3013.00 Mechanical Drafters
Zipcode 68122

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