Come work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm.
With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, we create great places. And we do it by being uncompromisingly people-centric and delivering innovation day in and day out.
Our team of professionals deliver award-winning work across the architecture, engineering, and planning disciplines, we believe that collaboration breeds higher-grade solutions and that something incredible grows from a team of experts with individual specialties.
What Youll Contribute to OHM Advisors
As a highly talented GIS Technician, you will be faced with challenging GIS projects in the fields of Engineering, Planning, Architecture, and Water Resources. The individual must be able to demonstrate established knowledge in field data collection, GIS analysis, cartography, and/or geospatial data management.
Your Responsibilities
With guidance from our GIS field data collection experts, assist them with field data collection utilizing high-precision GNSS GPS receivers paired with ArcGIS Online field applications.
Assist in underground utility investigation, data collection, and processing.
Assist in Drone Imagery capture and processing. Opportunity to become an FAA Certified Part 107 Drone Pilot.
Become familiar and keep current with data collection & asset management concepts, principles, and practices.
Georeference & digitize construction plans.
Assist in modifying or developing municipal utility networks
Utilize ArcGIS Pro & ArcGIS Online to support successful project completion.
Learn how to use and utilize ArcGIS Desktop & Online maps.
Maintain field equipment and vehicle.
Attend project & professional development meetings.
Your Team
As a trusted member of OHM Advisors GIS Group, you will join a growing, mission-driven team of innovative thinkers who collaborate daily, using our combined gifts and talents to advance the communities we serve continually.
What Youll Need to Succeed
Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related field. A focus on GIS is preferred.
1-2 years of experience is desired, but not required.
Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS Software (Desktop, Pro, Online) and Mobile Mapping Applications (Field Maps) is required.
Knowledge of GPS/GNSS technology.
Knowledge in generating map products and an understanding of cartographic principles.
Excellent communication and organization skills with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
Team-oriented mindset with strong listening and collaboration skills.
Ability to travel for fieldwork and meetings is required. Projected to not exceed 80-100% of the work week.
Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs and perform field work in a variety of weather and terrain.
Ability to operate hand tools.
Desire to learn new technologies & methodologies in the GIS field.
Safe work methods.
Customer service principles.
Local applicants from the Michigan or Ohio area are preferred.
Growth at OHM Advisors
Advancement isnt just for our clients. Were committed to moving our team forward, too. At OHM Advisors, youll enjoy challenging, meaningful work at a growing company creating innovative solutions for forward-thinking clients. But theres not just cool work on big projects. Youll be empowered to create your own career path in a culture that supports your individual professional development goals and encourages your pursuits through continued opportunities for growth. Read about some of our opportunities for career growth and enrichment on our website.
OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Experience
Preferred
1 - 2 years: GIS / Field Data Collection, Utility Locating
EducationPreferred
Bachelors or better in Geographic Techniques or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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