Montana-Dakota Utilities Co
GIS Technician I/II
Responsible for interpreting, analyzing, and basic level maintenance of assigned geodatabases through use of a geographic information system (GIS), computer-aided design (CAD), or other software. Updates, expands, and maintains existing system maps and records at an entry level. Assists in developing detailed construction drawings for electric and/or natural gas construction projects. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Minimum Qualifications: A working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD, geographic analysis, drafting, and design principles and practices at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in GIS, CAD design, geography, or equivalent experience. GIS Technician II: A working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD, geographic analysis, drafting, and design principles and practices at a level normally acquired through a four-year degree in GIS, CAD design, geography, or equivalent experience; and Two years related GIS experience. Other Requirements: Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyber-attack, damage, or unauthorized access. May be required to maintain a valid driver's license. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. Position may require travel within service territory. Preferred Qualifications: Industry related GIS or CAD technical experience with mapping, property descriptions, and land plats, land base and surveying practices. Experience in ESRI ArcGIS applications. Experience with natural gas and/or electric systems and operations. Job Responsibilities: Creates and maintains the assigned land geodatabase using GIS, CAD, and other software. Ensures the accuracy of the land geodatabase by making necessary corrections including the use of real-world data such as latitude/longitude or GPS point-data. Downloads, converts, and uploads GIS data available from various internal and external sources, such as operational as-built, land base resources, and detailed maps of electric or natural gas transmission and distribution facilities, to integrate into the Enterprise GIS system. Interprets source documents, such as engineering plans, plat maps, legal descriptions, construction work orders, and service orders for incorporation into the GIS System. Prepares maps, exhibits, alignment sheets, and drawings of gas and/or electric distribution systems or gas transmission systems. Edits gas, electric, and/or fiber geodatabases using GIS and other specified software. Collaborates with Billing and/or corporate tax department to maintain appropriate layers, reports, and reference tools related to franchise fees, taxation districts, impact areas, and associated requests. Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned. Application Deadline - September 1, 2025
Responsible for interpreting, analyzing, and basic level maintenance of assigned geodatabases through use of a geographic information system (GIS), computer-aided design (CAD), or other software. Updates, expands, and maintains existing system maps and records at an entry level. Assists in developing detailed construction drawings for electric and/or natural gas construction projects. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Minimum Qualifications: A working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD, geographic analysis, drafting, and design principles and practices at a level normally acquired through a two-year degree in GIS, CAD design, geography, or equivalent experience. GIS Technician II: A working knowledge of GIS and/or CAD, geographic analysis, drafting, and design principles and practices at a level normally acquired through a four-year degree in GIS, CAD design, geography, or equivalent experience; and Two years related GIS experience. Other Requirements: Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyber-attack, damage, or unauthorized access. May be required to maintain a valid driver's license. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. Position may require travel within service territory. Preferred Qualifications: Industry related GIS or CAD technical experience with mapping, property descriptions, and land plats, land base and surveying practices. Experience in ESRI ArcGIS applications. Experience with natural gas and/or electric systems and operations. Job Responsibilities: Creates and maintains the assigned land geodatabase using GIS, CAD, and other software. Ensures the accuracy of the land geodatabase by making necessary corrections including the use of real-world data such as latitude/longitude or GPS point-data. Downloads, converts, and uploads GIS data available from various internal and external sources, such as operational as-built, land base resources, and detailed maps of electric or natural gas transmission and distribution facilities, to integrate into the Enterprise GIS system. Interprets source documents, such as engineering plans, plat maps, legal descriptions, construction work orders, and service orders for incorporation into the GIS System. Prepares maps, exhibits, alignment sheets, and drawings of gas and/or electric distribution systems or gas transmission systems. Edits gas, electric, and/or fiber geodatabases using GIS and other specified software. Collaborates with Billing and/or corporate tax department to maintain appropriate layers, reports, and reference tools related to franchise fees, taxation districts, impact areas, and associated requests. Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned. Application Deadline - September 1, 2025